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

“I know it’s difficult, but don’t do it,” Catrina said in a gentle tone of voice. “You have less than a year to go. Once your punishment is over, you can be reborn. Andro isn’t worth you getting punished for much longer than you’re already enduring now.”


Benjamin yearned to rebel, but he couldn’t shake off the sound of Eric’s voice or the man’s smiling face from inside his head. He and Eric had only met recently, but the man already had such a massive influence on him and his emotions. He couldn’t understand the reason behind that, but he was grateful nevertheless. Catrina was right. Benjamin had less than a year to go. After that, he would be set free, and he could finally be reincarnated. He gradually loosened his hold on Andro’s neck. Then he pushed Andro toward Catrina with a swipe of his magic. Andro rubbed his hands all over his neck as he gasped and coughed, but he averted his gaze from Benjamin. He was obviously scared of Benjamin.


Chapter 35