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Som, do you think…

I have feelings for Maewnam?

I don't even know if she likes women or men yet.

- Then you have to check. - Smells good, huh?

Someone's inviting you to a "Som Tam reconciliation party."

I'll just pretend to be drunk and fall asleep,

so I don't have to answer questions.

Wan.

I like you.

There's this theory that says

if you're not sure how you feel about someone right in front of you,

try hugging them.

But for some people, it might go as far as a kiss.

I'm drunk.

Wan?

Wan?

Wan?

Did you even realize what you did?

I'm shy, you know.

Wan.

I'll head home then.

What did I just do?!

I almost died holding my breath!

Four blessings will increase.

Longevity, beauty, happiness, and strength.

I was just planning to nap for a bit.

Is she going to bring up last night?

If she asks what happened, what should I even say?

I guess I'll have to say…

- Well, Maewnam… - Last night…

everyone didn't clean up.

They got so wasted they couldn't even go home,

so I had to send them home and planned to come clean up early this morning.

I didn't think someone who was drunk would wake up this early though.

Oh, right, usually when I drink alcohol, I end up waking up early.

Oh, really?

Maewnam, don't.

Just put that there.

No, Wan. We need to sort the trash, okay?

There is food waste, bottles, glass, plastic, and cans.

They all need to be separated.

I meant just leave it there. I'll take care of it.

Oh. I thought you meant I didn't have to sort the trash.

Actually, most people think there's no point in sorting trash

because garbage collectors just mix it all together anyway.

But honestly, I don't think that's true.

I knew someone who's been at it for ten years

but still hasn't been made permanent staff.

Their salary's super low.

Maybe even lower than the minimum wage.

Well…

Should I tell her I wasn't drunk last night?

Actually,

I wasn't drunk.

Eh?

What was that, Wan?

Nothing.

Once I'm done cleaning, can I use the bathroom?

Do I need to say it again?

Courage doesn't come around often.

Ugh!

You're leaving already?

- Is it hot? - Huh?

Oh, right.

I was just cleaning up, so yeah, I got a bit hot.

Hot, like summer?

I thought you meant cute.

So, am I pretty yet?

Yes, you are.

Are you sure?

You're not lying like last night, are you?

Last night?

I know you weren't really asleep last night.

I'm heading out.

I have a morning meeting.

I'll be back to talk to you again tonight.

Bye-bye.

How wicked.

She knew I was pretending to be sleeping.

Now what?

Pinky. Am I pretty yet?

You're pretty.

Babe, can you do my mascara?

My hands are shaking. I only slept for two hours.

Okay.

But why did you go to bed so late?

Well, my mom went out drinking with her friends until 4:00 a.m.

She came back and totally puked everywhere.

I had to clean it and I didn't finish until almost morning.

Look. My eyes are all puffy.

Are they puffy?

Are they?

Not really.

You still look cute, as always.

Hang in there, okay?

Just a little longer and we'll be able to live together.

Then you won't have to deal with that anymore.

Where else needs a touch-up?

Wait, is this the professor's restroom?

I thought it was just a couple of students gossiping.

Excuse me. I need to wash my hands.

Who is she?

I've never seen her before.

No idea.

Should we deal with her now?

Is it urgent?

I have to go testify soon.

Well, when you're free, can you call me back?

I've got ten minutes for you.

All right, let's get to it.

- So? - Well…

Last night, I kissed Maewnam.

Wait, what?!

Shit.

Oh, no, I wasn't swearing at you. I spilled my coffee.

So how did that even happen?

Honestly, ten minutes isn't enough to tell the whole story.

And why did you call me?

Just to say you kissed her already?

No, not just that.

I wanted to ask.

Does this mean it's real?

That's a question you should be answering, not me.

If I had the answer, I wouldn't be calling you right now.

Then why don't you have the answer?

I'm…

I'm just…

I'm just scared.

You're still not over her?

What are you looking at?

Nothing.

No.

- Or is she just unlovable? - She's lovable.

- Selfish? - Not at all.

- Arrogant? - I don't think so.

- Rude? - Polite. Every word.

Then what are you afraid of?

I don't know.

Maybe that it's just a fling, or maybe I need to think this through more.

But how much thinking is enough before it's not too fast?

Do I sound completely stupid?

Okay, I get it.

It's not wrong for you to overthink. You're not being stupid.

This is love. This is your heart.

You should take time to think it through.

But if you're asking whether it's real yet,

I think you should change the question.

Ask yourself, "Is it the one?"

And I think your heart already knows that without having to ask me.

If it is, your heart will send the signal.

You just have to tune in and listen.

Thank you, Noey.

I'm really glad I called you.

Good luck with your case.

Bye now.

Yeah.

You can bring your stuff here.

This will be your office.

Oh! Perfect timing.

Tonnam, Chompoo, come.

This is Professor Mahnmook.

Let me introduce her to you. She'll be joining our department.

This is Professor Tonnam and Professor Chompoo.

They teach accounting and management.

We actually met just earlier.

Oh really? That's great!

Well, I'll leave her in your care then.

I have a meeting with the dean.

If she has any questions, just help out.

- You two, don't argue, okay? - Of course.

Take care of her for me.

Sure.

Um, what has Tik told you?

About section assignments, email access, parking for staff…?

She told me everything already.

But if there's anything else you need help with, don't hesitate to ask.

I'll be happy to help.

Are you always this friendly by nature?

Why would you ask something like that?

She asked you nicely.

Well, in my experience,

people who are overly friendly from the very first meeting

always want something.

Well, I just wanted to be nice.

Besides, you overheard us in the restroom,

so you already know about our relationship.

No one else at the university knows yet, and no one can know.

That's it.

"No one can know," huh?

You two aren't exactly discreet.

That's on me, not her.

Can you just pretend you don't know?

Whatever you two have going on,

it's really none of my business.

And even if people do find out,

it's your problem, not mine.

Excuse me.

Thank you.

THESIS TITLE

I don't like someone like that.

You think she will tell others about us?

Why is this place such a mess?

Look, you didn't even clean up. It's dusty.

What's wrong with you two?

You look like you've been fighting.

Tik is not around.

You can drop the acting, okay?

Here.

The limited edition perfume you asked me to buy.

Hey, have you met the new professor yet?

New professor? Which one?

The one with the confident look, kind of fierce, long hair,

and wearing all black.

I think I just ran into her in the elevator.

She seemed pretty friendly.

Friendly? How so?

Not even a little!

You're being biased, huh?

I'm not! You haven't seen what we've seen.

"Listen to your heart signals," huh?

Som,

has any cat ever tried to hit on you?

Or have you ever had a crush on someone?

You know nothing?

You only eat and sleep all day, huh?

Whoa. What's going on with you?

Are you so lonely you're chatting with a cat now?

If you're that free, go gossip and get your hair washed at my salon.

Sure thing.

By the way, what can I get you?

Something sweet. I need to cure this hangover.

This one looks good. I'll take one jelly, please.

We partied hard last night. I felt like I was going to pass out.

- Please sit down. - Okay.

I don't remember how much we drank.

I don't even remember how I got home.

I woke up and thought I'd come help clean up a bit,

but turns out it's already done.

- I'm sorry. - That's okay.

Maewnam already helped me.

What's with that tone?

I'm talking about Maewnam, of course.

I sense there's something going on between you two.

She's always here at your store.

Don't tell me you two are…?

Come on. What are you saying?

Don't deny it.

I know the signs.

Anyway, you wanted jelly, right? I got it. My treat.

Take the whole pack.

And I think you should go back to your salon.

- Your customers might start yelling. - Cutting me off just like that, huh?

Okay, okay. I won't push it

since you bribed me with jelly.

By the way, are you opening during Songkran?

Yes. Business as usual.

- I don't go out for water fights. - Good. I won't be lonely then.

I can come buy stuff.

My daughter's busy.

She's moving into a dorm near the university.

She's swamped with research work.

She'll never come home anymore, I guess.

This Songkran, I swear I'll just be sitting in my salon

like some lonely old lady.

Ugh… it's so hot today.

I think you need to go rest. Heat's bad for hangovers.

I'll pretend you didn't just try to kick me out.

But yeah, I'm really hungover. Ugh, I feel dizzy.

And I think your heart already knows that without having to ask me.

You just have to tune in and listen.

Can I sit with you, please?

Sure.

You're Professor Mahnmook, right?

- Yes. - I'm Professor Maewnam.

I'm teaching in the same department.

I heard you're working on PhD research?

- Yes, I am. - I'm actually still figuring out my topic.

Really? What topic are you thinking of?

She's sitting with Maewnam now.

Should we go sit somewhere else?

But they seem to be talking just fine though.

It doesn't look anything like the way she snapped at us this morning.

Maybe we came on too strong?

I don't know.

I just get this weird feeling about her.

Anyway, let me try again.

I brought some bubble tea for everyone! Here you go.

I don't really like bubble tea.

But this one's famous on campus.

Give it a try.

Oh, this is Prof. Tonnam and Prof. Chompoo.

They're close friends of mine and also professors in our department.

We'll all be working together a long time, so feel free to talk to us about anything.

Close friends, huh?

I see.

See what?

I see that your friend's trying to smooth things over for you.

Well, I really don't care about the relationship between you two.

It's personal, and I don't see why I should get involved.

I really meant that.

But if there's anything you ever need, let me know.

I'd be happy to help.

Yes.

All right. Then let's raise a glass to welcome our new colleague!

I know you weren't really asleep last night.

I'm heading out.

I'll be back to talk to you again tonight.

What if she asks why I kissed her?

How should I answer? Should I just shut down the shop and run?

YUTH PANICH

Oh, shoot!

I forgot to feed Som!

Where are you, Som?

Wait!

What is this mess?!

Wan, I'm not trash, okay?

I'm just hungry.

Is that for Som?

Can I eat it?

It's for the cat. Humans can't eat it.

I'm starving.

Can you cook something for me?

This is a grocery store.

If you're hungry, go to Pin's shop!

Ugh, fine.

Just let me die here then.

I'm starving.

Okay, here you are.

Whoa!

That looks amazing. Thank you.

This is so good.

Seriously, these are the best instant noodles I've ever had.

You're really the whole package.

Beautiful and delicious.

What do you mean, "delicious"?

This bowl of noodles, I mean.

It's super delicious.

What were you even thinking?

Nothing.

I just tossed in whatever I had.

Don't exaggerate.

I'm not exaggerating. It's honestly amazing.

Your cooking brought me back to life.

What had you so exhausted anyway?

Aside from Maewnam Service,

there's research, writing exams, and lesson planning.

Just thinking about it drains me.

But now? I've got energy.

I'm ready to talk.

Talk about what?

It's late. Maybe we can talk some other time?

Nope. Tonight.

Didn't you just say you were tired?

You could just finish eating and go home.

It's late.

No.

I want to talk tonight.

Wan.

Is your store open during Songkran?

I was thinking of buying snacks and drinks to take to work.

Yeah, we're open as usual.

What about you?

You get any time off during Songkran?

Time off? I can't.

I've got so much to do. Grading, research…

Just thinking about it makes me tired,

especially not seeing you.

Being a professor already pays okay.

And you're always doing extra stuff, helping everyone out.

Honestly, you might even make less than someone who just teaches.

But when I do something and someone says I'm good at it,

it feels so rewarding.

You even told me I was awesome.

Yeah. Okay.

Just do what you want to do then.

Just thinking about working in a dorm room all day,

I feel down already.

And not seeing you makes it worse.

If you don't want to just stay in your room,

bring your stuff and work here.

Really?

Are you giving me permission to annoy you?

Hey. I said bring your work, not your chaos.

All right then.

I'll be here every day.

Isn't it hot?

THE GRAND SONGKRAN FESTIVAL THAILAND'S COOLEST CELEBRATION

Here we go.

One cold, sweet drink coming right up!

Thank you.

How many students did you grade today?

Not that many.

My brain's just not working.

It's so hot today, like sweating hot.

Songkran's hot every year.

In that case, why don't you take your stuff back to your room?

Enjoy some AC while working, okay?

Nope.

Even if I did, my brain still wouldn't work.

It's just too hot.

Hey!

Don't spray me, kid!

Wan, let's go play Songkran, okay?

But I don't really want to get wet.

We're already soaked in sweat anyway.

Come on, let's go.

Here. I'll give it to you first!

Hurry! Come on!

Hold on.

Should we head back before we get splashed?

Come on, we've come this far already.

Let's go.

Hey!

Put it here.

Yay! My beloved kimchi soup!

What year's that wine from?

Year of the Dragon.

Babe, you're so random.

Tik gave it to me ages ago, but I never opened it.

But today's special.

Let's crack it open.

Cheers!

Who's that?

Did you invite Maewnam to join?

My mom's here!

Open the door for me, sweetie.

Oh, I thought I had the wrong room.

- Open the door for me, sweetie. - Just a sec, just a sec!

What are you doing in there? You're so slow.

It's boiling outside!

It took you forever, sweetie.

Ooh, it's so cool here.

Shoes off here, right?

Yes, just leave them there.

Ta-da! I brought tons of stuff.

Let's have shabu.

Ah, kimchi soup!

Mom, why didn't you tell me you were coming?

If I told you, it wouldn't be a surprise.

Wow, your room's actually pretty clean.

Is that the bathroom?

Bedroom's over there, right?

Let me take a look around to see

if you folded your blanket and clothes properly.

- Wait. You're not allowed in there. - Why not?

Come on. I've been cleaning your room since you were a kid.

Why can't I go in?

You just… can't right now.

Aha!

Why not?

Are you hiding something?

- Are you!? - Mom, you have to wash your feet first!

Living in a condo changed you. You're so hygienic now, huh?

In the past, you used to walk barefoot in dirt and mud.

- Go wash your feet first, Mom. - But I didn't step in anything gross!

- The bathroom's over here. Turn that way. - Goodness.

Let me have some too.

Hey! What are you doing?!

We're smearing powder.

Let me smear some on you too.

Wait! Who said you could?

Do I need permission?

It's Songkran, come on.

Hey. They've been campaigning to stop this powder-smearing thing.

Haven't you heard?

Don't use a festival as an excuse to harass people.

Whoa.

Look at you.

What are you smiling at?

Do I have powder on my face?

You protected me.

That's it.

Let's not play anymore.

We're going home.

Babe, I'm sorry.

My mom brought a bunch of relatives over for a meal.

It looks like they'll be staying for a while.

Do you want me to wait at home?

It's okay. Don't be mad.

I really didn't know.

Mom didn't tell me anything.

I'm not mad, okay? See you later.

We shouldn't have gone out to play.

I'm sorry.

I shouldn't have dragged you out.

Don't apologize.

It's not your fault. It's not Songkran's fault either.

It's those people. They were wrong.

This is why I didn't want to go out. We can't control people like them.

You're sneezing already.

Why don't you take a shower and change? You'll catch a cold.

How? I don't have any clothes here.

I'd have to go back to my dorm to get changed.

Then just shower here.

You can borrow my clothes.

- But if you feel awkward, then… - Okay!

Thank you.

This one might be too big.

And this one… the neckline's kind of low.

Not this one.

Oh! I'm sorry! I'm sorry.

It's fine.

I forgot to lock the door.

But wait, why didn't you change?

Oh, I brought you clothes.

Thanks.

Here's your towel.

You should change too, or you'll catch a cold.

No, I'm fine. I'm super healthy.

You get changed first.

Let me see that healthy face.

I'm super healthy. You go change first.

You go first.

I'm leaving.

I'll spin dry your laundry here

so you won't have to carry wet clothes home.

Okay.

Spin dry.

Hey! Where's this water coming from!?

Oh?

- Where? - Aha! I found the culprit.

Can you shut off the water first?

Good thing those hoses are easy to replace.

Uncle Lee's store sells them.

Can you go buy one?

Just ask for a water inlet-outlet hose for a washing machine.

Is there another store I can go to?

Any hardware store should have it.

Okay, I'll go to a different one then.

Wait.

Why are you going to a different store? Is something wrong?

How do I explain this?

I've been too scared to go to his store.

After I came back here, I greeted him, and he didn't greet me back.

He didn't even look at me.

All right.

I'll go buy it for you.

Thanks.

Pinky, I'm here.

Eh?

Where are your shoes?

I couldn't find them.

Oh!

I'm sorry.

I accidentally put them in the cabinet.

Babe, can I get a hug?

I'm so tired. It took forever for Mom and the relatives to finally leave.

The same old thing again?

She asked when you're getting married?

Yep.

- She asked if you have a partner yet? - Yep.

- So you just said you're dating me? - Yep.

Wait, no!

It's not like I didn't want to tell them.

I just get so tired of those questions,

from Mom, my aunt, and my other aunt.

Are you okay? You're making that face again.

It's nothing.

I get it.

So, is there anything left to eat?

Wait, I'll go make you something.

No, it's okay.

I'm not hungry.

Are you mad?

No.

I'm just tired.

I'm sorry for making you feel tired, babe.

Mmm, it's okay. I understand.

It's not like you wanted things to be this way.

I'm the luckiest person in the world to have you as my partner.

Chompoo, I forgot my phone. Let me go get it, sweetie.

Don't go.

Stay here.

Mm, I…

- Hello. - Oh, hello!

Who's this?

This is Tonnam, Mom.

She's my roommate.

Well…

I didn't want to rent a whole place alone. It's expensive.

She was looking for a place too, so I invited her to stay.

I didn't tell you earlier because I knew you'd complain about

the rent being too high and say I'm wasting money.

She's also a professor at my university.

That's why I invited her to be my roommate.

Yes.

"Yes." I wasn't going to say anything.

Geez, you gave such a long explanation.

You're staying together, so take care of each other, okay?

Please look after my daughter.

Have you seen my phone?

Here it is. I left it here.

All right, I'm heading off.

Oh dear, I'm sorry.

Please look after my daughter. Bye now!

- I'll come see you again. - All right.

I thought she was going to complain.

I guess she won't interfere with us anymore now.

There's nothing Maewnam Service can't do.

Thank you.

By the way, does Uncle Lee know that you bought stuff to fix this for me?

I didn't tell him.

You don't need to stress about it. He's just quiet and has a serious face.

That's just how he is.

But honestly, he wasn't like this in the past.

He used to be kind.

I remember when I was little, he was really close with Dad.

He helped him take care of me and took me to school almost every morning,

so I respect him like a dad.

But as I grew up and could go to school by myself,

we slowly drifted apart.

After I graduated,

I moved to a condo near my office.

I barely ever came home.

When Dad passed away,

I saw him at the funeral.

When I bowed to him,

he looked like he didn't want to talk to me.

I don't know if he was angry about something.

Nope.

Actually, I don't think he's angry.

To be honest, I was just thinking about it earlier.

I can't even remember the last time he smiled or talked a lot.

That serious face is kind of his signature look.

But how about this?

Tomorrow is Family Day, right?

You go see him. I'll help.

If I can fix a washing machine,

I can also fix a relationship.

Don't stress.

Uncle Lee.

Soy milk and fried dough sticks are here.

Yeah, just leave them in the usual spot.

Come out for a second.

Someone wants to talk to you.

Wow, you look handsome today.

Smile a little, will you?

Here you are.

Wan, come.

She wants to talk to you.

I'll wait at the grocery store.

I just wanted to say I'm sorry.

I don't know what I did to make you upset,

but since I came back, you haven't spoken to me.

You wouldn't even return my greeting.

I brought this garland to offer to you

as an apology and to ask forgiveness for anything I've done wrong.

MOM

Hello? Yes.

Where are you now?

Um, I've been really busy lately.

I probably won't be coming home.

What? I even arranged for Professor Witoon to come,

so you could consult him about your PhD research topic.

I'm really sorry.

I've just been swamped.

If I get the chance, I'll try to talk to him.

Whatever happens, don't abandon your studies.

You must finish your PhD before you're 30 like I did.

Yes.

Please send my apologies to the professor.

I have to go now.

Goodbye, Mom.

How did it go?

I asked for forgiveness.

He didn't say anything,

but he did accept the garland.

I don't think he's mad anymore.

Just having the courage to say sorry is already a big thing.

Thank you, Maewnam.

And thank you for getting the garland for me too.

My pleasure.

I'm really happy when I see you smile.

Whenever I go through something rough,

just seeing you makes it all go away, Wan.

You know why, right?

I think I do.

But I still don't know how you feel

after that night you…

What night?

The night you kissed me.

I want to know,

were you just drunk,

or did it mean something?

You can be honest with me.

Well…

That night…

I wasn't drunk.

And I've been thinking about how I feel.

I'm not sure if I was just swept up in the moment or…

if I really like you.

So… now do you know?

I've been waiting for you to soften your heart.

I'm not exactly made of stone, you know.

So that means…?

It means…

I like you.

- So we're together now? - Hey! No, no, no.

We're not anything just yet.

Didn't you just say you weren't made of stone?

I want to take things slow, okay?

All right, then here's the deal.

I'll give you a score out of 100.

Once you get a perfect score, I'll reconsider.

Pulling tricks now, huh?

You're a professor. It's usually you grading people.

How does it feel to be graded for a change?

Wait and see.

I'm going to earn that perfect score.

Maybe…

I'll even graduate with honors.

Do it first, and then talk.

I'm going to love…

I mean study, really hard.

Please give me lots of points, okay?

I was going to ask you last time. Did you just move here?

No. I'm overseeing the work at Mouse Mart nearby.

Is something wrong?

Nothing. That'll be 100 baht.

Here you go.

Thank you.

Your lunch is ready now, Wan.

Thanks.

- Maewnam, come with me for a second. - Where to?

Just a minute.

Come up here.

STORE DESIGN AND DECORATION LOCATION MOUSE MART, BRANCH 001235

What are you doing here?

I came to see it with my own eyes.

This is the very store that caused my dad's death.

MOUSE MART IS COMING SOON WITH SPECIAL PROMOTIONS!

Money flowing in! Luck's pouring down!

I've got something big to tell you.

450,000? Seriously?

It's because of that stupid Mouse Mart!

From now on, I'm going to stand my ground more.

You're doing this, huh?

Is your family the owner of Mouse Mart?

What defines the line for "knowing later"?

Probably if you had the chance to tell, but didn't.

I thought you weren't coming.

I'll try harder from now on, Teacher Wan.

You got this, Miss Maewnam.

Maewnam.

Be my girlfriend.