Eric Fong’s relationship with his family hasn’t been great ever since he came out of the closet, but he owns a dim sum restaurant that’s quite successful, and he’s happy at least one aspect of his life is proceeding smoothly. Granted, his life would have been much better if he had a boyfriend because then he wouldn’t feel quite as lonely. However, overall, he’s satisfied with his life.<br><br>Benjamin Wen is the owner of The Crossroads Diner. Eric thinks Benjamin is cute, and something about the owner of the diner is intriguing. Most importantly, Benjamin prepares food that tastes identical to the ones Eric’s late maternal grandmother used to make for him. There are other aspects of the diner, such as the strange customers who gawk at Eric and only stare at their food and drinks instead of enjoying them, that he considers to be fascinating. He visits the diner night after night, hoping to solve the mysteries behind its existence. Along the way, he finds himself falling for Benjamin. But Benjamin is hiding quite a few secrets from him. Things Benjamin seems unwilling to reveal.<br><br>Can Eric and Benjamin’s relationship survive in spite of the secrets? Or are they destined to go their separate ways?

The Crossroads Diner

“Where’s the diner—never mind.”


Benjamin laughed. “You’re learning fast. Let me walk you to your car.”


“You don’t have to, Ben. I’m a big boy. I can take care of myself.”


“I want to,” Benjamin insisted. “Besides, my diner has relocated itself right next to where your car is parked.”


Eric wasn’t sure if Benjamin was just teasing him. “Really?”


“Isn’t that inconvenient for you, though? I mean, you have to walk toward it—”


“I have magic, and I can create a portal right inside the diner, but I don’t want to. Not tonight anyway.”


“Because I like spending time with you.”


Eric was thrilled to hear that. “Me, too.”


Benjamin grinned at Eric. “You like spending time with yourself, too?”


Benjamin chortled. “I know. Just teasing you.”


Chapter 33