Love unspoken

The two sat facing each other, the atmosphere heavy between them, it was quite obvious that none of them wants to start the conversation.

But Shan's curiosity took the best of him, he really wants to know who this young man is with the black hair seated behind Chenxi, he knows that there is only three boys under the Fu name, but this little guy looks exactly or more like too identical to Fanxi, the only difference will have to be their hair and eyes.

Giving up on staying silent he cleared his throat to grab the Chenxi's attention: "so um who is he??"

Shan said that while looking at the timid looking boy behind Chenxi.

Chenxi following his direction of sight replied simply: "my secretary"

Oh please don't give me that crab, you clearly know that's not what am asking you!!!

I meant is he also you brother in some way?, because its quite obvious how identical he looks to Fanxi, though they both have different charisma but he could be his twin or something?

Chenxi turned and glance at the timid little beta behind him before asking with a grim look on his face; why do you wanna know about his origin?

Shan was pissed by now, this alpha really is fuckin annoying, like how does he just sit there sipping his tea like nothing happened and they were supposed to talk??

From the look of things Chenxi doesn't want to talk about it, but then the guy smiled at Shan, before looking at Chenxi he nodded his head; it ok I don't really mind, am James by name, Mr Chenxi is my benefactor, he saved me and I work for him, we ain't related at all.

Shan was short of words, so this little guy is some foreigner and Chenxi is his benefactor, Shan couldn't help but grin its no question why Chenxi took him in, I mean look at this kid, he is quiet, obedient and so meek, this is the ideal little brother Chenxi wanted, unlike his little brother who is a total delinquent, that is stubborn, reckless and flamboyant in nature.

Shan thoughts were cut short when Chenxi spoke, he looked quite serious dropping the tea cup down, his eyes looked sharp he ask; do you love my brother?? I know he is your fated pair but would you promise to love and take good care of him? Cuz from what am noticing from you, it seems you might have held a serious grudge against him for such a long time, I know you are his anti fan who has a lot of followers on social media.

Shan looked surprised for a split second and Chenxi got it, oh don't be so surprised, I am a bro con, I will check out any outstanding obstacles in front of him.

Shan smiled; so what of it, you most have hired the best hacker to trace me, I feel seen!! But just for the record I hated the idea of a fated pair, but when I met Fanxi he reminded me of my first love, so free spirited, such a bad boy and doing things that made him feel real to himself, but he didn't accept me for who I was, so hung up on some crush and I lost interest, only for him to overdose his suppressants to the point where his body broke down. I might not love him now, but I care for him, after all I have a big brother who is quite sweet, he told me to take care of him so I will.

Chenxi was dumbfounded, without saying anything he stood up; where is he?

Oh just turn left, that will be my guest room.

Chenxi left towards Fanxi's room, leaving behind James who followed him with his eyes only.

Shan has been observer's the beta, so he asked; you are in love with him, ain't you??

James didn't expect that question, he coughed violently as the air in his throat feel painful and dry, his eyes full of tears, not knowing whether it's because of him choking or the obvious truth.

Shan passed him a towel before saying; I guess I was right!, so do you ever plan on confessing to that big oaf??

James hands clutch the towel; no I don't, he is just seeing me as a replacement for his brother, I can't possibly make him feel awkward towards me. He does see me as a man but a little kid. So am OK, as long as he still wants me by his side then am content.

Shan poured another cup of hot tea for himself, he muttered; content huh? So what will you do when he falk for some one else?

I mean it's...

Shan didn't get to finish his sentence when he saw the guy shedding tears, oh no he did it again, he was just say the obvious, he wasn't trying to be mean. But the next thing James said cut him off guard.

Look I know...it might happen soon...and I will loose my place, pretty soon and am aware of that so please don't pressure me like that!!

Shan was startled by the tears and his little words, he couldn't help but thinking this boy is actually cute!!! Wait did he just think that this stranger is cute, maybe because they look alike.

Ummm, please can I use the rest room, Shan smiled, oh ahh, over there that door, he said pointing at the direction. James went in to wash his face, leaving Shan to his thoughts, must be hard to be in a onsided love.

But thanks to that night, Shan decided to treat Fanxi a little kinder than usual.

And he also found a new friend named James, and currently James is visiting him as one of those things he does when they both have time. James said he wants to spend more time with Fanxi to get to know him better and Shan agreed to host him anytime.

Back at the island

The two sat in a boat under the shade, while waiting to catch something.

Hey Lanzi this is quite fun, it reminds me of us catching fish in the lake with our little nets, life at the country side is the most peaceful and quiet, I love holidays cuz it means I can go back to the country side and play with you, especially during summer.

Lanzi smiled, as a man with few words he is used to agreeing with everything Dou zi says, and Dou zi will say; ain't you going to say anything apart from yes or hmm.... oh wow my hook is moving I think I caught something.

So the first catch of the day went to Dz, but after Lanzi got twice and Dz didn't catch any other fish, with three big fish in their cooler they had more than enough for just a barbecue, it was evening when they got back and Lanzi set the grill, while Dz went in to take a bath, by the time he was out the fish was ready, Fanxi set the table by the terrace, with two bottles of expensive red wine.

Oh wow this looks amazing, oh my I love this wine, ok you are the best, why don't you go take a shower as well before we start, am going to get the sorce.

The barbecue felt like a candle dinner on the terrace, quite romantic, the two talked about work and childhood memories, and soon cleared the table.

Dz was a little drunk and clingy, he wanted to do it but Lanzi didn't want to make a move on him while he was drunk, though they are married but their relationship is actually not defined at this moment.

Why don't you want to do it with me, you always push me away without telling me the reason, at least let me know, why you left me five years ago, Dz's tears started to rolled down his cheek, that day you said you found the one, but if am the one and only fated pair you have then why did you run away back then??? You still won't tell me but then I find out that we are already married on paper five years later, do you even know how much I love.. you.

And as soon as the words left his mouth he fell asleep in Lanzi's embrace. Only to wake up the next morning with a hangover