Somewhere we belonged | ENGLOT|

PART 10

Although displaying a good composure, Charlotte is actually freaking out inside. Soon after she got out of the toilet, her legs became jelly and she plopped down on the floor. She holds her lips, those very lips that have been devoured by no other but Engfa Waraha herself. She is so close to having a panic attack due to the sudden surge of emotion that she is feeling now. She quickly does the butterfly hug, calming herself. After a few minutes, she felt better and proceeded to find some shirts to wear to sleep.

Now she is having a hard time deciding. She normally wears a big shirt with her panties on. With what just happened between them just now, it is kind of dangerous to wear that outfit to sleep. Hence she decided to wear a shirt and some comfy cotton pants which she luckily packed. Charlotte started her night skincare routine while waiting for Engfa.

"Char sorry I used your shampoo a little. I hope you don't mind. I kind of forgot to bring mine"

Engfa said as she walked to her luggage and fish out her pyjamas.

"P'fa isn't that the pyjamas that our fans give back then? The Likay performance pyjamas."

"Exactly, the same pyjamas that you wear after you get drunk at Chiang Mai. Do you remember it? It was so funny. The fans are going wild that night."

"Hey there's no need to mention that. It is one of my embarrassing moments. I didn't expect to cling onto you like that."

"You are cute tho that night. Although I thought I would lose my cheeks due to your constant kisses on me on our way back to the hotel."

"By the way, can you pass me the bag that is on the side table near you char?"

Charlotte found a medium sized bag, rectangular in shape, and passed it to engfa.

"What's that p'fa?"

"My bag of medicine. My headache suddenly started acting up after taking a bath just now. As much as I hate eating medicine, I don't want to ruin my vacation."

"You still have a constant headache p'fa? Do you even rest well? Are you still working too hard nowadays?"

"Don't worry about me worrywart. I'm fine. These past months have been a little bit hectic. I just finished shooting for a drama and managing the events for MGT recently. My sleeping schedule is a mess but it will get better."

"Come here."

Charlotte called p'fa to the bed and then asked her to lay her head on her lap. I mean who will refuse a free head massage especially when your head is spinning like hell.

Getting comfortable on her lap, Engfa started to feel a little bit drowsy. The effect of the medicine I guess. That long finger is massaging her temples, she missed it so much. Her familiar presence, even after all this while, is something she could never get enough. It feels good to be cared for like this.

Unconsciously, she falls asleep while Charlotte is still massaging her head. Feeling secured and well taken care of.

"P'fa, are you sleeping?"

Charlotte asked in a small voice while holding her cheeks. Smiling, watching Engfa sleeping like a child, curled up in her lap.

Seeing there was no response, she slowly stroked her head, and with utmost caution, she moved engfa to the pillow beside her, fixed her sleeping posture, and pulled the comforter up until her shoulder. She gently pats her to put her back to sleep again.

Charlotte leaned onto the headboard, watching the rain from the balcony door. It was a calming silence, enough to put out the storm of emotion inside her.
How would they be after this? It has been a long time since she ever spoke nor even been this close with Engfa. After leaving the organization, she also stopped acting. Don't get her wrong. Acting is super great, she got to know lots of amazing people but deep down, she hates to be in the constant view of paparazzi, getting criticized over everything she does. Being in front of the camera, immersed herself in the character she needs to portray is great while it lasts. At some point, it is draining her and she slowly loses herself. So she decided to stop acting and take her chance at being a flight attendant. The only drawback for this job is how you are always apart from your family since you will be flying around the world. But, free vacation is what the best part is. It has its pros and cons but she didn't regret leaving the entertainment industry. It was scary and hurtful at first, you watch your fans reducing in numbers day by day, but the ones who appreciate you stayed regardless. Supporting you whenever there is a special appearance here and there.

Their meeting this time makes Charlotte yearn to have Engfa's love but she didn't know if they could make it through this time. The first time is hurtful and traumatises her enough. It makes her really cautious and hard to love just anyone. She didn't know how she would survive if she got her heart broken for the second time by the same person. Even though Engfa told her she would seriously court her this time, and if she accepted it, how would Engfa manage? She is still a superstar and co-CEO for the organisation. There are still a lot of things to be considered before she could give her an answer.

Sighing, Charlotte makes her way under the blanket, turning her body to face Engfa's sleeping face. She watched her serene face, the way her body moves as she takes her breath, she can't help but to trace her face with her hands, and then resting her hand on her waist. It's okay, she thought. They will figure everything out, slowly. One step at a time. With that thought, Charlotte comes closer to Engfa, kisses her forehead and cuddles her to sleep. Hoping for a better future for both of them.

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Engfa wakes up with a bunch of hair in front of her. Oh it's Charlotte's. Oh, she fell asleep last night while laying on her lap. Char must have moved her to the pillows. Engfa felt her shoulder become numb but she didn't have the heart to wake Charlotte up.

Tonight, Charlotte will be flying back to Thailand and she will have to sleep alone tonight. She wanted to savour this rare closeness more than anything right now. She let her mind wander around while snuggling Charlotte.

Charlotte finally woke up after feeling someone was staring at her. She cracked her eyes open and she directly stared into Engfa's eyes. Butterflies in her stomach flies, reminding how strong is still the 'Engfa Waraha effect' on her.

"P'fa stop staring. I'm shyyyyyyy"

Charlotte said while pulling the blanket all over her. It is cold outside, it has been raining since last night but she felt really warm right now. God this woman. She could hear her soft laugh and she pull the blanket out of her face and hear she said,

"Shall we have our hotel breakfast today char? I'm feeling a little hungry"

"Okay let's go"

"Can you get up first? I can't feel my hands honestly"

"OMG I'm sorry. Why don't you just move me p'faa."

"You're sleeping soundly. Plus you needed your rest. So it's fine."

After brushing their teeth and putting on some proper clothes, they go downstairs to have their much needed breakfast.

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"I've been looking for you. Don't forget we'll get to the airport by 6pm later. I'll wait for you at the lobby." Kimi, Charlotte colleagues appeared beside her and gave her a meaningful smile.

"Nice to see you again Khun Engfa." and with that she's gone.

Charlotte could only nod and watch her friend walk by. Damn, she surely will be interrogated by them later on the plane.

"Shall I send you off to the airport later this evening, nu?"

"No it's okay p'fa. The hotel lobby is more than enough. I don't want you to miss me too much"

Engfa just laughed and nodded. They both enjoyed their English breakfast with some good coffee.

"I know it just been like 3 days but i already miss my sour mangoes and that darned chili paste"

"You surely do. Why did you choose to have a vacation here tho p'fa? A Solo trip at that? It is surely hard for your taste bud. Why don't you go to some Asian countries?Vietnam? Malaysia? Philippines? And why does p'sun didn't go with you?"

"I came here because I remembered our past trip together. It was such a good memory"

For the nth time, Charlotte is left speechless.

"I didn't ask anyone to accompany me because I wanted to be alone, I didn't expect to be on the same flight as yours. I guess destiny has its own plan for both of us."

"You do realise right there are a lot of things that we need to clear up first before I answer your question?"
"Yes. I know. I just don't want to hesitate this time. I don't want to missed a perfect timing, again"

"Let's talk after we finish our breakfast."

Engfa just smiled, at least, both of them are trying to make something work instead of just concluding it as no chance without trying to talk to each other.