As the evening wore on, The Hub transformed. The muted hum of conversation grew into a resounding roar. The energy in the room swelled and overflowed as the star attraction of the night took to the stage. Loft, the strikingly handsome guitarist and vocalist of the headlining band, was at the epicenter of this excited fervor.
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Parallel to the crescendo of the crowd, a river of beer had been flowing unabated at a certain corner of The Hub. Kin and Jirat found themselves in the company of Kin's juniors - a lively group of second-year architecture students. This bunch, which also happened to be from Loft's faculty and batch, had convened to celebrate an occasion of their own that night.
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"Come on, P'Kin, one more round!"
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one junior cheered, raising a full glass of beer in the air. His friends joined in, their cacophonous encouragement reverberating across their little corner. Obliging the energetic youngsters, Kin lifted his own glass, finishing the frothy beverage in one fluid motion.
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Watching Kin from a safe distance, Jirat murmured to himself, an amused smile playing on his lips as he observed his friend's antics.
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Emboldened by Kin's enthusiastic participation, another strikingly handsome junior clapped him on the back, his arm lingering on Kin's shoulder. "You've always been our favorite senior, P'Kin!" he declared, eliciting an echo of agreement from his friends. Their hands freely explored Kin's sculpted form, a testament to the camaraderie they shared.
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In the midst of the revelry, the topic of Loft's performance was broached. "Isn't Loft just incredible tonight?" a junior asked, her eyes glued to the charismatic performer. Loft's fame was not unknown to them, his name now synonymous with talent and good looks.
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Another junior turned to Kin, curious if he was acquainted with the hotshot on stage. "Do you know Loft, P’Kin?"
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"I've never met him," Kin admitted, craning his neck to get a better view of Loft on stage. His appraisal was positive; Loft was an extremely skilled musician, undeniably hot. But there was no unique allure, no spark that drew Kin in. To him, Loft was another handsome face in the crowd, falling under his 'Too Hot' category.
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Breaking his gaze away from the stage, Kin turned to find Jirat's eyes on him. "You're not getting too drunk, are you?" Jirat asked, an eyebrow raised in mild concern.
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Kin shrugged, attempting to put on a composed face, "I'm still okay, just...a bit tipsy maybe.”
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"Ah, your 'chill' nights,"
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Jirat chuckled, shaking his head in amusement at the predictable turn of events. His gaze drifted back to the lively crowd, already anticipating the spectacle that the night would further unfold.
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In another corner of the crowded venue, Than's group was also thoroughly engrossed in the night's revelries. The alcohol had clearly taken effect, especially on Pond, who looked decidedly inebriated.
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"Oh, why can't you come back to me, girl?”
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Pond drunkenly crooned, mimicking the sorrowful lyrics of the live band's song, his actions teetering between genuine emotion and exaggerated comedy. His friends, arms draped over Pond's shoulders, joined in on the mockery, making a show of consoling him. Than watched the spectacle, shaking his head in amusement, a bemused smile on his face.
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Announcing a quick restroom break to his friends, Than navigated his way through the bustling crowd. His lean but well-toned figure cut an impressive figure, standing out in the throng of people. As he moved through the club, he caught the eyes of many patrons who couldn't help but admire his strikingly handsome features. A few even greeted him, recognizing him, and Than responded with polite smiles and nods.
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Unexpectedly, Than's eyes landed on a familiar face in the crowd. It was P'Kin, the man he'd helped earlier that day, now in the company of a spirited group of juniors. Than couldn't help but marvel at the lively atmosphere around Kin - it was infectious and inviting. With renewed spirits, he decided he'd drop by Kin's table on his way back from the restroom.
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Grabbing a glass of plain water to bring back for his intoxicated friends, Than made his way to Kin's group. However, just as he was about to greet him, someone bumped into him from behind. The force of the collision sent the water in his glass to slosh out, dousing Kin's shirt and revealing the contours of his muscular body beneath the wet fabric.
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"Nice aim, dude!" Kin exclaimed, visibly taken aback but managing to keep his demeanor light and playful.
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"I'm really sorry," Than quickly apologized, "Someone bumped into me." He introduced himself again, "You remember me, right? I'm Than.”
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Under the sporadic club lights, Kin squinted at Than, and then recognition lit up his eyes.
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“Ah…Than, Thanks again for today. That note was a lifesaver.”
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Jirat, curious about the new arrival, moved closer to hear their conversation. Kin caught Jirat's teasing glance and blushed slightly, playfully brushing off his friend's silent ribbing.
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Brushing off Kin's gratitude, Than apologized once more for the water incident.
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"It's alright, it's just an accident. Things like this happen in crowded clubs," Kin responded kindly. Turning to Jirat, he said, "I think I'll step outside for a bit, try to dry off."
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"Would you like some company?" Than, sensing an opportunity to extend their interaction, offered to accompany him, and together they left the heated atmosphere of the club for a brief respite outside.
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Stepping out into the cool night air, the bustling sounds of The Hub dimming behind them, Kin inhaled deeply,
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"The fresh air is so much better..." His voice was low, slurred slightly from the alcohol he had consumed.
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Than took note of his companion's unsteady state and couldn't help but voice his concern, "You okay there, P’Kin?" he asked, his tone filled with genuine worry.
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"Better than okay!" Kin responded with a bit too much enthusiasm, punctuating his statement with a slight misstep. Than's quick reflexes kicked in and he reached out to steady Kin, his hands instinctively gripping onto Kin's firm muscles through the damp fabric of his shirt. The unexpected touch gave him a sense of Kin's strong muscular curves.
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"I believe you're okay," Tharn teased good-naturedly. Then, he looked at Kin's drenched shirt. "What can we do about your shirt though? It's soaked.”
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Blushing slightly, Kin apologized for falling onto Than and scanned the area around for a solution. His eyes landed on an air compressor unit nearby, situated not too far from the smoking area.
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"I think I found something..." he announced.
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As they approached the unit, Kin nonchalantly peeled off his soaked shirt, revealing his impressive pecs that glistened under the faint lighting. Than could only stare, awestruck, as his gaze followed the contours of Kin's chiseled physique. His face heated up, and he found himself scrambling for words.
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"Your...uh...muscles...," Than started awkwardly, "You must hit the gym regularly?”
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"Yeah, I do," Kin confirmed casually, hanging his wet shirt to dry while his muscles flexed, either unaware or indifferent to the effect he was having on Than.
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"Uh...do you come to The Hub often?" Than attempted to steer the conversation away from the increasingly distracting topic.
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"Sometimes, but not on this day of the week," Kin responded. Than, finding common ground, shared that his visits were similarly sporadic. He then asked, "Did you enjoy tonight? The atmosphere, the people?”
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"It was great," Kin replied, a genuine smile tugging at his lips, "Especially the company of my junior friends."
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"And what about the bands?" Than continued, curious about Kin's musical preferences.
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"The first band was great," Kin began, then paused.
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"And the headlining band?" Than prompted, curiosity piqued.
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Kin nodded, "They were great too. The lead vocalist...what's his name...the hot and famous guy…"
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"Loft?" Than supplied the name, trying to keep a straight face.
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"Yes, Loft. He's hot, but a bit..." Kin made a face, his words slipping into playful criticism, “showy?"
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Than could not hold back his laughter at Kin's honest drunken ramblings. Than proposed that they should head back inside the club. Kin, his senses blurred by the alcohol, gave a nod of agreement. However, without waiting for Than, he impulsively dashed back towards the bar. Noticing Kin's shirtless state, Than swiftly called out to him.
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"P'Kin, wait!”
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Catching up to Kin, Than quickly offered his outer shirt to Kin to cover his exposed upper body.
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As they neared the entrance, Kin stumbled, leaning against a nearby wall for support. Than rushed to his side, helping him slip into the offered shirt. As his hands brushed against Kin's toned body, Tharn felt his face heat up once more, his heart pounding against his ribs at the close contact. But above all else, he was worried about Kin's state and was determined to ensure he was safe.
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