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

Benjamin pointed at the blue flame that hovered next to Eric’s head. “An assignment.”


Eric beamed widely at Benjamin. “Thank you. Let’s go.”


Then he reached for Benjamin’s hand and intertwined their fingers together before gently tugging outside. Benjamin remained quiet for a few seconds as he and Eric strolled along the sideways hand in hand while the blue flame floated about three feet away in front of them.


“Why are you here?” Benjamin eventually asked.


Eric arched his left eyebrow. “Do you not want to meet up with me anymore?”


“I do,” Benjamin replied in a hurry. “But it has been three weeks now.”


“Twenty days,” Eric corrected, and he stopped walking in the next instant. Then he gazed into Benjamin’s eyes. Benjamin shuddered slightly when Eric tenderly caressed his cheek with one hand. “I missed you, baby. So much.”


Chapter 80