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

“Fine. Do what you want,” his mother eventually said with a loud huff. “Just don’t expect any inheritance from your father and me.”


Eric laughed upon hearing that. “Mother, I started my restaurant from scratch on my own. I used up what little savings I had, and I borrowed some money from the bank. You and father didn’t provide me with a single cent back then because I was that shameful gay son that you both didn’t want to acknowledge the existence of. Guess what? I’m doing just fine without your and father’s money. I’ve stopped thinking since many years ago that I’ll ever receive anything from either of you. Now, is there anything else you want to talk about? If not, I’ll leave you alone. Besides, I have a restaurant to run.”


Chapter 66