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

“Your mother isn’t just being obstinate. She obviously doesn’t care about you, how you feel, and your future happiness as long as she gets what she wants. She’s being selfish.”


“I know,” Eric agreed before shoving more noodles into his mouth with the chopsticks in his hand. He chewed on the noodles for a while before swallowing. Then he forced a smile at Benjamin. “Let’s move on to another topic now.”


“Sure. What do you want to talk about?”


“Do you mind if I ask you about those teenage girls from your past?”


“You told me that back then, girls and women led a very oppressed existence. Why were those girls allowed to hang out with the boys? Even when they were already adults.”


Chapter 67