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(This drama is based on a true story.)

(The plot was adjusted for entertainment purposes only.)

(We have no intention to offend any careers, )

(encourage immoral sexual values, )

(or create a pessimistic disposition of a gender or a group of people.)

(We would like to apologize in advance for any misunderstandings.)

(Presents)

(Hot Love Issue)

Hello, Aoy and Chod.

My name is Rin,

short for Darin,

the protagonist from "Phet Phra Uma,"

a novel my mom read when she was pregnant with me.

Growing up surrounded by her old novels,

I love reading novels.

My hobby of reading eventually evolved into my career.

I work as an editor for an online novel website.

Right now, I'm writing a novel

based on my real life,

though I'm still deliberating on an ending that would bring

the most happiness.

Look.

There he comes.

The male protagonist of my novel.

Non.

Let's celebrate her birthday.

Today...

is...

It's Dia's birthday.

Come on.

Let's celebrate Nadia's birthday.

Blow out the candles.

Go ahead.

Come on.

Yes.

Look.

I picked her favorite colors. Look at these roses.

The roses are pink.

Do you like it, Non?

Rin.

What happened?

I...

I cleaned up your place.

Non?

Non.

Rin.

What were you doing inside my house?

Answer me.

What right do you have?

Where are Dia's belongings?

Where are her belongings?

Did you throw them away?

Why would you do that?

I didn't throw them away.

- Then where are they? - I moved them to the guest bedroom.

Why did you do that?

It's none of your business.

Are they your belongings? No.

They're not yours.

They belong to Dia. So why did you touch them?

Put them back!

- Put them back! - Calm down.

Don't touch her stuff again.

Before I could give my novel an ending,

I must first overcome an obstacle, Aoy and Chod.

That obstacle is his ex-girlfriend.

Not only did she leave this world,

but she's also left countless scars in Non's heart.

But I won't give up.

I will give my romance novel

the ending that I want.

I will write it myself.

Just wait and see, Aoy and Chod.

(One Year Ago)

I saw your presentation.

Implement the suggested changes.

I want the slogan to be something like "Kitty Reading,"

"a friend who will keep the readers company all day long."

Something like that. Revise it.

Come on, Rin.

This is supposed to be just a casual monthly meeting.

That's right. Look at me. I haven't even taken a shower.

It's only 7 a.m. You have plenty of time.

You know that I'm a perfectionist who can't stand sloppy work.

Go easy on us.

By the way, I have a question.

Why do you always tie your hair up?

You look cute with your hair down.

My hair gets in the way.

I'm going to get ready. Talk to you later.

You should wear this dress.

I think it's pretty.

Listen, today is my first day back to work.

I don't want to go. It's too stressful.

I was a freelancer for three years.

I barely met anyone.

I don't know what it's like working

in a crowded office anymore.

Dia.

I prepared your toothbrush for you.

Go take a shower so we can eat breakfast together.

I decided to make an easy breakfast today.

I need to head out early

just in case there's traffic.

I'm not familiar with the area.

Don't just sit there and smile. Take a bite.

Fine, I'll slice it for you.

Would you like some ketchup?

I'll get you some.

At Kitty Reading, we treat each other like family.

Feel free to come talk to me if you have any questions or concerns.

Everyone in the graphic team is very kind.

Your department is over there.

Where's everyone?

They are probably buying coffee. They will be back soon.

The desk with the big computer is yours.

Let's go take a look.

Don't be nervous.

Make yourself at home. It's your office now.

By the way, do you have a girlfriend?

I would like to keep this matter private.

I'm sorry.

I didn't mean to pry.

I just want you to manage your time accordingly. We work very hard here.

I don't want you to fight with her.

I'm great at time management. You have nothing to worry about.

Okay then.

That's great. I will leave you here.

Go through the work scope.

We will set up a meeting later.

I'll get back to work.

Non is an old friend of yours?

That's great.

Talk to him for me.

I don't like the way he talks. It's frustrating.

You don't like the way he talks?

Non's a very polite and friendly guy.

No, I don't. He was rude and inconsiderate.

I would chase him home right now

if he hadn't mentioned in the interview that he needed money

to take care of his father, who was suffering from a stroke.

Wait, Maew. Calm down.

I got this.

I'll talk to him.

Okay, fine.

How do I look today?

What?

How do I look today?

You have a lot of makeup on.

Wait.

Something tells me

Non is more than an old friend to you.

He's just a friend and nothing more.

He's really just an old friend.

She's acting suspicious.

Oh my gosh.

I'm blushing.

He's still as handsome as ever.

Stop smiling, Darin.

Stop it.

Non.

Rin.

What are you doing here?

I should be asking you that.

I work here.

Maew told me to introduce myself to the new graphic lead.

What a small world.

I didn't know you worked here.

Yes, what a small world.

I'll get back to work then.

Wait, Non. I'll introduce you to the other departments.

You will be working with them after all.

Everybody.

Let me introduce you to the new graphic lead.

This is Non.

He's a friend of mine.

He's incredibly talented, fast, and at your service.

Ton.

- He's so hot. - Tone it down.

You're unbelievable.

You get excited every time there's a new male employee.

Of course, Ton.

He's so hot.

Chanon, you came at the perfect time.

Our editors are working on a new novel.

- Come take a look. - Welcome.

Ton, I'm touching him.

That was a close call, Aoy and Chod.

My protagonist didn't make a good first impression on the owner.

It's amazing.

He's so hot, Ton. His face is so smooth.

- You suddenly become productive. - Luckily,

as the female protagonist, I came to his rescue

and smoothed his rough path.

Did I overstep my bounds as an old friend?

Not until Chanon is here.

Thank you for your help, Rin.

Don't mention it.

I'm glad to see an old friend.

I remember you being more playful though.

You've become much more mature

during these three years.

I had been working from home.

I don't get out much.

I'm still adjusting since it's my first day.

Rin.

Do you want to go visit Dia?

You haven't seen her for a while.

You want me to visit her?

Dia.

I'm home.

Dia.

Dia.

Dia, look who's here with me.

Please don't mind our humble home.

We don't usually have guests.

It's fine. We're old friends.

Here's some water.

Thanks.

You can talk to Dia

while I put my stuff away.

Talk to Dia?

Maew.

What do you do when you meet someone

who lost his girlfriend three years ago, yet he still behaves

as if she's still alive?

It's you, Rin.

Did you break the screen?

No, I didn't.

I was so lost in thought that I accidentally dropped my phone.

It's been years,

yet your house hasn't changed one bit.

Come on, let's have dinner.

How's the food?

It's great.

Hello, Maew.

You disappeared after texting me.

Were you talking about Non?

Yes, I was.

What's the story? Tell me.

Well.

Non's ex-girlfriend, Nadia, and I

had been friends since college.

But three years ago,

Nadia suddenly committed suicide.

Dia.

Dia!

Dia!

Dia.

Dia.

Dia.

Dia.

Help!

Help!

- We assumed she was overstressed. - Anyone, help!

Nadia was an at-home novelist.

But her work was attacked online by a barrage of hateful comments.

It might cause her a lot of stress.

Nadia's been gone for three years,

but Non still behaves as if she's still alive.

It gives me goosebumps talking about it.

Why does it sound scary to me?

Listen.

Let's talk at the office tomorrow.

I'm alone right now.

Maew? Wait...

Here, take Non to this place.

It's my friend's clinic.

A psychiatrist?

Yes, I already told my friend about him.

Maew.

I'm not close enough to him

to take him to a psychiatrist.

What?

Are you sure about that?

Then why do you freshen up your makeup before you talk to him?

You are not the type to look after yourself.

You don't even look in a mirror before meeting with a client.

You even went to his house on his first day here.

Tell me everything. What's the deal between you and him?

Non and I are friends.

When I was overwhelmed by the workload back then,

someone recommended a talented graphic designer.

And it turned out to be Non.

I'm sorry for asking you to come over to my place.

The artwork has to be submitted today.

Don't worry about it. I'm good with rushed projects.

Rest assured we will be able to submit it this evening.

Come in then.

- Are you done already? - Yes.

- That was quick. - Take a look.

I think this text is a little hard to read. We should fix it.

The title?

Hold on.

Let me adjust the font.

It's easier to read now.

Okay, it's much better.

It looks more friendly.

- Dia, how have you been? - I have been well.

Come in.

Non,

this is my friend, Nadia.

She was in the area, so she came by to bring us snacks.

Hi.

Hi.

- Anyway, I'll... - Oh.

- Okay. - Sit down.

- You can sit over there. - Sure.

- I'll talk to you in a bit. - Okay.

Where were we?

Nearly there.

- Just the text now? - Yes, just a little.

Come on, Rin. You got a guy into your home.

But you lost to love at first sight?

That's right.

It was indeed love at first sight.

I've only read about it in novels.

I didn't expect to witness it first hand.

So what next? There were sparks between them,

so you just stepped aside?

I didn't want to.

But what else could I do? He chose my friend.

Thanks so much for accepting the job, Non.

I'd be in trouble without your help.

Glad to be of service.

Just think of me if you have any more work.

Mm.

Is something the matter?

Uh...

I was wondering

if Nadia's already in a relationship.

Rin, I should go. I have to get back to work.

Non wants to ask you something.

You can ask her yourself if you have questions.

Are you about to go?

Yes.

Did you drive here?

It wasn't surprising he had feelings for Nadia.

She was sweet and timid.

As for me? Maybe I'm a little too tomboyish.

I can't believe Non's the kind to make the first move.

I told you. He used to be so friendly.

He wasn't this quiet. Otherwise, I wouldn't have liked him.

So you're admitting you do now?

Stop it, Maew. Don't tease me.

But that was it. I hadn't seen them much since then.

I'd only get to see Non when I made dinner plans with Nadia.

I didn't want to see him too often. It was heartbreaking

to see the guy I like going out with my friend.

Oh, so you were lovelorn.

It's okay. I'll find you another guy.

But not someone with mental health problems like Non.

Please. I don't want you to get sick as well.

Mental health problems?

Rin, do you mind proofreading this copy for me?

Rin?

Rin? Rin!

Huh? What?

Can you proofread this copy for me?

Okay, sure.

- Hey, wait. - Yes?

Can I ask you something?

If someone you have a crush on is

sick or struggling with their mental health,

are you going to keep trying or take a step back?

Rin, you're in for a ride if you go out with a sick person.

I've seen it before.

Some people also end up getting sick.

But isn't it better if you can help them get better?

Don't you feel sorry for them?

So do you want to help them

because you love them or feel sorry for them?

See?

Well, that's what I wanted to ask.

- Get back to work. - Okay. Sure.

Non,

have you eaten anything?

Here. I got these for you.

Rin, I'm feeling peckish.

What? There's nothing for you. These are Non's.

- Aw. - What?

Get working!

Non, do you mind sharing?

Please?

Rin, I know I shouldn't cross you.

But if you want to be serious with Non, you have to promise me

you're going to take him to a psychiatrist.

All right.

But can we wait until I've gotten closer to him?

Maew, I feel so sorry for him.

He's been all alone for three years since his girlfriend passed away.

I think I'm doing the right thing to lend him a hand.

Sure, Miss Goody-Two-Shoes.

Miss Universe, Sacrificial Lady.

Just you wait. I'll build you a memorial statue

after you die.

Aoy, Chod,

even though I said it to Maew so confidently,

when it came to the real thing,

it wasn't easy at all to make Non open up his heart.

It's difficult to win the heart of someone who isn't over their ex.

And it's even more difficult

when the ex is deceased.

I tried hard for about a year

until things started to look up.

Finally, Mr. Chanon

- has joined our world! - Boom!

- Yes! - Whoo!

After spending ages in outer space!

- Whoo! - Well done!

The year sure has flown by quickly.

- Have some of this. - Try this.

You go ahead.

- All right. Get your fill. - Let's dig in.

Non's improved a lot in the past year.

I told you. He's changed.

Not just him. You've also changed.

I don't think I've changed much.

Wrong. Look at how you're dressed.

You used to look more lively,

but nowadays you mainly wear dark colors.

It's depressing.

I just want to dress the way Non likes.

It's good, actually. It's very simple and minimalistic.

Hm.

Are you really okay with changing yourself that much for him?

I think so. There's nothing uncomfortable about it.

I sure hope so.

Don't make that face, Maew.

I'm happy.

Mm. It's good you're happy.

- Uh, Maew? - Hm?

I think I'm going to have a serious conversation with Non.

Do you think it'll look bad if a woman asks a man

to be her boyfriend?

Oh? What about everything that's been going on?

You two haven't made it official?

I've been waiting for a long time, but he never asked.

So I thought I should just do it.

Non,

do you remember what day it is today?

What is it?

Try remembering it.

What day is it?

Just tell me. I'm not the type to remember this kind of thing.

It's okay. I don't mind that you don't remember.

I'm taking a day off from work.

Are you going somewhere?

Are you sick?

Oh no. I have an errand to run.

- I'll see you later, Non. - Bye.

I'd like to take the day off, Maew.

Your friend's about to get herself a boyfriend.

(Soulmate... no matter how much I love you, )

(I'm afraid I can't keep spending my life with you. Goodbye...)

Goodbye, Dia.

Happy birthday, Dia.

(Nadia, 1992-2020)

We'd be celebrating together today if you were here.

But you're not anymore.

So I want to ask you...

(Nadia, 1992-2020)

To let me take care of Non in your place.

I'm not trying to replace you.

I just want to make him feel happy.

And you'll still be here.

You'll always be in both of our hearts.

Hello, Non?

Rin, I didn't hear from you all day.

Oh, I was a bit busy.

Are you finished at work?

I'm almost home.

Maew let me go all of a sudden.

But she wouldn't tell me why when I asked her.

You're almost home?

Okay. I have to hang up. Talk to you soon.

Non. Let's celebrate her birthday.

Today...

- is... - It's Dia's birthday.

Come on. Let's celebrate Nadia's birthday.

Blow out the candles.

Go ahead.

Non?

I completely forgot.

Dia.

I'm sorry.

I... I was so busy with work I forgot your birthday.

Please don't be mad at me.

I never forget about you, Dia.

Not even for a day.

Non, Dia wouldn't be mad.

All right.

Let's blow out the candles on her behalf.

Come on.

Yes.

Look. I picked her favorite colors. Look at these roses.

The roses are pink.

Do you like it, Non?

Rin.

What happened?

I...

I cleaned up your place.

Non?

Non.

Rin.

What were you doing inside my house?

Answer me.

What right do you have?

Where are Dia's belongings?

Where are her belongings?

Did you throw them away? Why would you do that?

- I didn't throw them away. - Then where are they?

I moved them to the guest bedroom.

Why did you do that?

It's none of your business.

Are they your belongings? No.

They're not yours.

They belong to Dia. So why did you touch them?

Put them back!

- Put them back! - Calm down.

Don't touch her stuff again.

If their heart is still occupied by their ex,

find your own place instead of trying to replace them.

You said you've opened up your heart to me,

so I thought we'd go out and...

Give me time to come to terms with things.

I think it's still too soon.

Non, I couldn't reach Rin at all.

I'm worried about her. I don't know where she is.

Did you two get into a fight?

Rin! Rin, can you open the door?

Rin!

Rin!

Rin!

Look up.

- Like talking to a friend? - That's right.

She looks so stiff!

Seriously?

It seems like she's squinting.

It's none of your business. Are they your belongings?

They're not yours.

Put them back!

- Put them back! - Calm down.

We can get a break now?

Sure. Let's eat. Come on.