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In the sweltering heat of a Bangkok suburb, a new semester dawned on the public university, casting a spotlight on the city's most infamous clique: The Elite and The Tops. Renowned among students from various schools and universities for their captivating visuals, impeccable style, and intriguing aura, they were the epitome of youthful glamour and sophistication.

At the heart of this tangled web were three individuals bound by a shared trauma: Siriporn "Siri" Ratanawong, the stunning 19-year-old architecture student with a secret she dare not speak; Ratchanon "Chan" Chaiyaphum, the charismatic law student with a penchant for painting and a hidden past; and Sarawut "Wut" Thongkham, the brooding medicine student with a talent for art and a soul tormented by guilt.

Their lives had intersected in a tragic dance five years prior, when they witnessed the brutal murder of Siri's older brother, Chaiwat. The killer, shrouded in mystery, had left an indelible mark on their psyches, a scar that still throbbed with pain.

As they navigated the treacherous landscape of university life, the past began to stir, like a serpent awakening from a deep slumber. The Elite and The Tops, sworn enemies since their private secondary school days, found themselves unexpectedly reunited at the public university. The tension between them was palpable, a powder keg waiting to ignite.

Little did they know, their lives were about to become inextricably entwined once more, as the unknown killer began to weave his way back into their lives, leaving behind a trail of eerie whispers and unsettling memories. The scent of jasmine and smoke lingered in the air, a haunting reminder that the past was never truly buried.

As the semester unfolded, Siri, Chan, and Wut would find themselves torn between their desire for justice and their need for survival. Would they be able to confront the darkness that had haunted them for so long, or would it consume them, once and for all?

Hidden Past The series; Heart strings

( in the afternoon, still at Siri's mother's hospital:;)

As Siri and her mom made their way through the crowd outside the hospital, people parted to let them pass. One onlooker whispered, "That girl always causes trouble." Another chimed in, "At least this is better than last time."

The hospital staff and patients cast sideways glances, their faces a mixture of curiosity and disdain. Siri's mom ignored them, her focus fixed on her daughter.

They entered the elevator, and Chan was with them. As they rode up, Chan attempted to lighten the mood, saying, "I told Siri she's so lucky to have a mom like you – she's always 'nursing' her back to health!"

Siri immediately grabbed Chan's arm, giving him a stern look. "Chan, that's enough."she wishers.

But Chan continued, trying to make Siri's mom laugh , he knew her mom likes his health related jokes so he said that hoping it would calm her down. Siri pulled his hand again, signaling him to stop.

When they arrived at Siri's mom's office, she turned to Chan and said, "That's enough, you can go now."

Chan looked at Siri, then back at her mom, and said, "Thank you... thank you, Siri. Let's go."

But Siri didn't move. Chan hesitated, unsure what to do next.

Mrs som repeated, "I meant you, Chan. You should go now."

Chan looked uncertain, then said, "Ah, Siri, I'll wait...I'll wait here for her."

Mrs Som immediately frowned, her expression stern. "If you want to wait for Siri, you can go wait outside – anywhere else, not here."

Chan nodded, though he looked reluctant to leave Siri behind. He cast a concerned glance at Siri before turning to exit the office.

As he stepped out, Siri's mom slammed the door shut behind him.

The moment the door closed, Mrs Som unleashed her fury, slapping Siri ten times. The loud smacks echoed through the office, making Chan flinch outside.

" Ahhhhh" chan sighs as she slowly makes his way away from the corridor....

Mrs Som angrily yelled, "Why do you always find ways to embarrass me?... Why does everybody have to know that you're such a disappointment?"

Throughout the verbal lashing, Siri stood frozen, her eyes fixed on the photo of her mom and younger brother, Yot. Her mom's insults and slaps didn't seem to register, as if she had disconnected from the world around her.

Siri's mom continued to berate her, but Siri's gaze remained fixed on the photo of her mom and younger brother, Yot. Her mom's insults and slaps didn't seem to shock her as if she was already used to it .

Mrs Som noticed her distraction and snapped, "What are you looking at?

.. That picture? You think that's more important than what I'm saying to you?"

Siri didn't respond, still transfixed by the photo. Her mom's anger boiled over, and she slapped Siri again.

"Whenever I'm talking to you, you'll pay attention!" her mom yelled.

Siri slowly raised her eyes, looking at her mom with a mix of sadness and fear.

"You'll look at me, not some stupid picture!" her mom continued, her voice dripping with venom.

Siri's eyes dropped, and she whispered, "I'm sorry, Mae..."

But her mom wasn't finished. "You're always spacing out, always distracted," she yells out annoyingly.

Siri's eyes welled up with tears as her mom's words was something usual, but it still cut deep into her heart everytime.

"Maybe I shouldn't have even told anyone you're my daughter," her mom said, her voice heavy with regret and disgust.

Siri's face crumpled, and she sobbed, "Mae, please..."

But her mom just shook her head in disgust. "Who wants a useless daughter like you, anyway? You know nothing but how to disappoint me!"...

" The Obvious Fact "