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

“A part of me is tired of this whole thing.”


Persephone suddenly beamed widely at Benjamin. “Are you trying to say that you’re ready to make your peace with your past and move on?”


Benjamin hesitated. “I don’t know. I need time to think things through.”


“As you should,” Persephone agreed before lifting her cup up and sipping from it.


After that, the three of them ate the pastries in silence. Benjamin had no idea what was going through Persephone’s and Eric’s minds, and he couldn’t be bothered about them. He had so many things to ponder about himself. When he and Eric were eventually ready to leave, the two of them thanked Persephone before standing. However, he didn’t move away from the table.


Benjamin shook his head at Eric. “No.”


Chapter 77