The alarm had been ringing for what felt like forever, but the boy on the bed didn't move.
Wrapped from head to toe, Toffee stayed hidden under a mountain of blankets.
Suddenly, firm footsteps came closer. A hand reached out and pulled the covers away with a snap.
"Toffee, dear... wake up.
Wake up, dear."
The room smelled warm and cozy. A figure stood there with a smile — someone who was sweet, but also a little spicy.
"Toffee... you'll be late..." his mother called out to wake him up.
Toffee only groaned and rolled over. He squeezed his eyes shut, trying one last time to stay asleep.
"You'll be late for your first day at University, luk..."
"Mae... five more minutes," Toffee mumbled into his pillow. "I only slept for a few hours, krub."
"And whose fault is that? Who told you to stay up drinking with your father all night?" his mother teased. She leaned over to pat his messy hair. "My son is all grown up, but he still can't get out of bed on his own."
"I wonder who is going to marry you... my luk, get up," she teased. "Or do I need to sing a song?"
"Oh, Mae! I'm awake! Please don't sing," Toffee groaned, finally opening his eyes.
His mother pretended to be sad. "My son... my dear son doesn't like my singing," she sighed dramatically.
"Fine! Even if you beg, I won't sing for you now." She huffed and looked away with a playful pout.
" Ohh.... Mae...."he sat up and rolled his eyes playfully, wrapping the blanket around his shoulders like a cape.
"Mae, you can go now... I'll get ready, I promise."
"You need to hurry," she said. "Mok has been waiting downstairs for a long time."
"What?! Mok is already here?" Toffee's eyes went wide. He jumped out of bed so fast he almost tripped. "Mae! Tell Mok I'll be down in a second!"
His mother laughed, heading toward the door. "Take your time, luk. I've already made breakfast for both of you."
Toffee rushed into the bathroom. As he grabbed his toothbrush, it slipped from his wet hand and fell into the sink.
He let out a long sigh. "What kind of day is this going to be? I'm really going to be late!"
Crazy ( In english ).
After a super fast shower, he put on his clean, white university shirt. He stepped in front of the mirror and flashed a bright smile—the kind that makes everyone feel happy.
His soft hair fell over his kind eyes. He had a healthy build and a natural charm that made people like him instantly. He was the type of boy who would help anyone without thinking twice.
But when it came to noticing things, he was a little bit slow. You could even say he was a tiny, tiny bit dumb — maybe just a little more — dumb.
Toffee grabbed his phone and ran downstairs, where his best friend was waiting.
"Mok! Good morning!" Toffee beamed.
Mok sat on the couch, fixing his expensive glasses.
Mok was tall,an introvert and handsome, always wearing a pair of glasses as if he wanted to hide something. He was a genius, same department as Toffee and also his childhood friend .
But even though everyone called him a genius, in real life... only God knows the truth about him.
(DEEP SIGN.....)
While he was quiet and shy with others, he had a playful side that only Toffee ever saw.
Mok was Toffee's protector, always one step ahead. His only "bad" habit? He loved to tease Toffee just to see his sweet reaction.
"Oh, look who finally showed up," Mok sighed, crossing his arms.
"You're late. It's our first day, Toffee! I can't imagine what your future boyfriend will do. He'll have a hard time with your sleeping habits....."
"Oh! Mok! Did you come early just to tease me?" Toffee laughed.
"But look who's talking! You're just the same, Mok. You're always teasing me!" Toffee huffed.
Toffee held up his hands like claws, acting like a grumpy stray cat, and gave a tiny hiss.
Suddenly, Toffee jumped forward and gave Mok a giant hug, squeezing him until Mok could hardly breathe.
A variety of foods filled the table. Mae had prepared everything, making sure to cook the favorite dishes of both her sons.
Toffee! Mok! Stop fighting and come eat,Toffee's mother called out.
"Mae..." Toffee started, sticking his tongue out at Mok. "Mae called me, or I was going to—"
"What? What would you do, Luk Toffee?" Mok challenged with a smirk.
"Mok! Don't call me that! Mae! Mok is teasing me again!" Toffee whined to his mother.
"Toffee! Mok! Stop fighting and come eat," Mae called out from the dining area. "You guys are going to be late. Come quickly!"
They started eating breakfast....
Mok was a very fast eater, but Toffee was as slow as a sloth. Mok stuffed everything into his mouth so quickly that he almost choked to death."
"Eat slowly, Mok... there's plenty of food," Mae said with a smile.
"Drink some water", mae said.
"Krub, Mae," Mok replied politely.
Toffee narrowed his eyes. "Are you trying to be the perfect son now? Do you want to be her favorite? Only in your dreams!"
Mok didn't even look up. "Toffee, where is your sweetness today? You're not living up to your name."
"Mae! See? Mok is being mean!"
Toffee pointed his finger at Mok while complaining.
Mae laughed. "Actually, Mok, if you want to live here, you are welcome."
Toffee's jaw dropped. He made a sad face. "Mae! Does Mae not want me anymore?"
"Oh, my baby," Mae said, pinching his cheek. "Why are you acting sad?"
Mok rolled his eyes. "Toffee, stop being so clingy. Everyone knows you're her favorite."
"Fine! Then take this!" Toffee grabbed a glass of milk and pushed it toward Mok's face. "Eat and shut up, Mok!"
"Wait—stop! Toffee!" Mok laughed as they both dodged the splashing milk.
"Listen to me, you two," Mae said, getting serious. "Your bags will be waiting in the dorms. Call us once you get settled."
She looked at her son with worry. "Toffee, be careful. If someone asks for help, make sure they are being honest. Don't get into trouble just because you're too kind."
"Mok, please take care of him for me."
"Don't worry, Aunty. I've got him," Mok said with a nod.
"Mae! I get it!" Toffee laughed. "I'm going to miss you so much!" He gave her one last big hug.
"Okay, Toffee! That's enough!" Mok groaned. He grabbed Toffee by the back of his shirt and dragged him toward the car.
"Take care! Call me if you need anything!" Mae waved from the porch.
"Bye, Mae!" Mok shouted.
"Bye, Mae!
Toffee echoed as they left for their new life.