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

Eric obeyed, but he was obviously doing it only because Benjamin told him to. “Now what?”


Persephone cleared her throat loudly, and Benjamin quickly glanced down toward the floor. “Benjamin.”


Persephone snorted. “So polite. Haven’t you been calling me an old hag behind my back? Sometimes even right to my face.”


Eric snickered, and Benjamin had to poke at his boyfriend’s stomach to silence him before he smiled at Persephone. “Once in a while, Your Majesty, but it’s like a term of endearment. Really.”


Persephone scoffed. “Maybe for you.”


Persephone was quiet for a moment before she got up from the throne and slowly approached Iwan. “I see you’ve finally been reunited with all of the people from your past.”


Chapter 74