ZVFICTION

Synopsis:

During the vibrant Annual Summer Festival, where glowing lanterns illuminate the night and the aroma of delicious street food fills the air, Zeyu, a young man enjoying his summer vacation, unexpectedly meets Kailu, a kind stranger who helps him in a moment of need. What begins as a simple act of generosity—paying for Zeyu’s forgotten meal—quickly turns into an unforgettable night of laughter, games, and deep conversations under the dazzling fireworks.

As their bond grows stronger, Zeyu and Kailu embark on a journey of friendship, trust, and personal growth. Through shared experiences, challenges, and moments of joy, they discover the true meaning of companionship and loyalty.

But as life moves forward, will their friendship withstand the test of time, distance, and the unexpected twists of fate?

A heartwarming bromance novel filled with summer adventures, heartfelt emotions, and the beauty of an unbreakable bond, Friendship In Togetherness is a story about finding a lifelong friend in the most unexpected places.

Collaboration of novel characters from several countries: China, Japan, France, USA, Indonesia

Friendship In Togetherness

After a long journey to New York, Zeyu, Kailu, Alex, Yuke, Aline, and Zulian finally arrived in front of the Statue of Liberty. They were so excited to go inside and see the view from above. However, when they were about to enter, a security guard stopped them.

"Excuse me, this place is under construction and only visitors with special permission are allowed to enter," the guard said politely.

They all looked at each other in disappointment. Kailu let out a long sigh and scratched his head. "Well... what a shame. I've been imagining what it would be like to be inside the Statue of Liberty."

Aline patted Kailu's shoulder gently. "It's okay. There are still many other places we can visit in New York. Besides, I'm starting to get hungry. How about we find a restaurant?"

Kailu's eyes immediately lit up. "Good idea! I really want to eat something delicious after this long journey."

Zeyu smiled faintly and nodded. "Okay, let's find a restaurant nearby."

They walked along the streets of New York, enjoying the hustle and bustle of the city that never sleeps. Skyscrapers towered around them, neon lights flickered, and the sounds of vehicles and pedestrians created a typical big city atmosphere.

After a few minutes of walking, they found a classic restaurant called "Liberty Diner" that looked cozy with 80s American style decoration. The restaurant was not too crowded, so they were able to get a seat easily.

They entered and were immediately greeted by a friendly waitress. "Welcome to Liberty Diner! Please take a seat, would you like to order something?"

They looked at the menu before finally ordering various kinds of food. Kailu chose a large burger with fries, Zeyu ordered steak with black pepper sauce, Aline and Zulian ordered pasta, while Alex and Yuke chose a medium pizza for the two of them.

When their food arrived, Kailu immediately tasted his burger and murmured in satisfaction. "This is delicious! I think this burger is more delicious than the ones I've tried before."

Aline smiled. "Indeed, the food here tastes authentic."

They enjoyed their food while chatting casually. Their topics of conversation ranged from their experiences at the beach to their plans for the future while in New York. Alex suggested visiting Times Square at night, which the others immediately agreed to.

While they were having fun eating and joking around, suddenly a man in a black suit entered the restaurant. His face was cold, and his eyes were sharp as if he was looking for someone. Without them realizing, the man was watching them from afar, as if he recognized one of them. However, before the man could approach their table, he received a phone call and immediately left the restaurant.

Zeyu glanced at the man with a suspicious look. "There's something strange about that guy."

Kailu swallowed his food quickly. "What do you mean? He's just an ordinary guy, right?"

"I don't know, but I have a bad feeling about him," Zeyu said while still observing the restaurant door.

Aline tried to calm the atmosphere. "Maybe he's just a regular customer. No need to worry too much. After all, we're on vacation. Don't let small things ruin the mood."

Although still a little nervous, Zeyu finally nodded and returned to focusing on his food. But deep down, he knew that their trip to New York would not be as smooth as they had hoped.

Suspicious Man