The Pen That Changed My Life - Chapter 57 – An Unexpected Invitation

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Summer vacation was almost over.

Soon, school would begin again.

Narin wanted to make the most of the remaining days.

One afternoon, he called me.

"Phawin."

"Are you free tomorrow?"

"I think so."

"My uncle's family is going to the riverside park."

"You should come."

I smiled.

"You ask as if I'd say no."

He laughed.

"I already knew your answer."

The next morning, everyone met outside Narin's uncle's house.

His aunt prepared food.

His uncle loaded everything into the car.

The younger children couldn't stop talking.

Korn stood quietly beside the gate, helping carry the bags.

When he saw me, he smiled.

"Good morning."

Narin walked over and gently nudged my shoulder.

"Ready?"

"As ready as I'll ever be."

The riverside park was beautiful.

Tall trees lined the walking paths.

Children flew colorful kites.

Families spread picnic blankets across the grass.

The river reflected the bright afternoon sky.

Everyone quickly found something to do.

The younger children ran toward the playground.

The adults prepared lunch.

Narin looked at me.

"Let's take a walk."

I nodded.

"Okay."

Korn watched as we walked along the river together.

Without thinking...

He started following a short distance behind.

Not because he wanted to interrupt.

He simply wanted to be near them.

After a few minutes, he realized what he was doing.

He stopped walking.

"What am I doing...?"

he whispered.

He sighed and turned back toward the picnic area.

Meanwhile...

Narin and I continued along the riverside.

The breeze was cool.

The sound of the flowing water made everything feel peaceful.

"I like places like this," I said.

"So do I."

Narin smiled.

"But I think..."

"...I'd enjoy any place if you were there."

I looked away, smiling shyly.

"You always know what to say."

"No."

"I only say what I feel."

When we returned, everyone was already eating lunch.

Korn was sitting with the younger children, helping them pour drinks.

He looked up as we approached.

"You two took a long walk."

Narin grinned.

"We lost track of time."

Korn smiled politely.

"I'm glad you enjoyed it."

He meant those words.

But somewhere deep inside...

His heart quietly wished...

Just once...

That Phawin would choose to walk beside him instead.

It was only a wish.

One he never intended to speak aloud.

Because he still believed...

Some feelings were meant to remain a secret.14Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡWkrbwE1HGH

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