OOPS! MYSTERIOUS SOUNDS: BOOK 2.

The Ninteeth voice. 

"It is the month."

 

Thiw's words made me look at Jin and sigh. Our eyes were fixed on the empty envelope, but inside were candid photos of me and Jin together. I was speechless at the sight of the pictures. And then there was the earlier message on my phone telling me to stop interfering in Anda's affairs. It seems someone in the shadows is silently watching us. That person might be connected to Anda's death.

 

"I bet he's managed to secretly take these pictures of you guys and send them here. He must have been following you for a while," Beam gestured towards the few photos.

 

"Jin, this is too big for us to handle."

 

"If this is a threat, then it means Anda's death was staged to look like a suicide," Jin said calmly, his gaze fixed on the photographs with a thoughtful expression.

 

"I think both you and Phodduang need to be careful these days."

 

"And then there's that message sent to Phodduang’s phone," Thiw said. "I think it's definitely not just an ordinary person. They even found his phone number and his rental address."

 

"Should we file a police report?" Beam spoke up.

 

"I'm going to file a police report tomorrow."

Jin spoke in a calm voice.

 

"But it's very late now. You guys should go to bed."

 

"And what about beetle?" Beam turned to ask worriedly, "Actually, Jin was going to stay overnight at my condo because of that threatening message, but Beam called."

 

I told him to hurry home because someone sent him a strange envelope.

 

"I'll sleep here."

 

Jin wasn't talking to his friends, but turned to speak to me.

 

"Stay here tonight. I don't trust you to go back to the condo alone while Satang is away like this." I nodded, not really intending to refuse, because I felt uneasy too that things had escalated to this point.

 

"Jin, you need help," Thiw said. "You should go find someone who can help you. They're one step ahead of us now. They realise what's happened to Anda. We know what's wrong."

 

Jin sighed heavily.

 

"Don't worry too much. We're okay. We're just worried about you. Be extra careful in everything you do next." Beam gently patted Jin's shoulder. Jin sighed heavily, his face looking so worried that I reached out and touched his wrist. Finally, he beckoned me up to the second floor of the house, which was the first time I'd had the chance to go into its private area—the second floor with three bedrooms.

 

Everything was very simple and clean. It led me to a room. When I opened the door, I saw the room was very tidy. There's a long mattress against the wall, a wardrobe and a desk on the other side. There's no other furniture, but it still gives off a spacious, airy feeling.

 

"Can you sleep?" Jin turned around and asked.

 

"Mmm."

 

"Sorry, my house doesn't have air conditioning. Could you bear with it tonight?"

 

"What are you enduring?"

 

I waved my hand in refusal when I saw the large window wide open and a breeze coming in. The air here was cool and pleasant, along with the fragrant scent of herbs. The atmosphere was perfect for sleeping. In the meantime, I secretly explored the room.

 

"Phod Duang"

 

"Huh?"

 

Jim reached out and grabbed my wrist, squeezing gently.

 

"Are you scared?"

 

I looked up and met Jin's gaze before pursing my lips tightly and nodding slightly. Honestly, it would be impossible to say I didn't feel anything. Right now, someone unknown in the shadows is sending warnings about our safety. The threats and secretly taken photos are a clear indication that we've long suspected it's true. Anda was murdered.

 

I admit I was scared when I said that, and Jin's arms wrapped around me tightly.

 

"Phu Sanya"

"...."

 

"No matter what happens, I will protect you."

 

"Mmm."

 

I hugged its waist tightly and buried my face against its chest.

 

"We've only been dating for a few hours. Do we really have to risk everything already?"

I said it jokingly.

 

"Why don't you just stop here, Phut? Don't get involved in this anymore."

 

"And what about you?"

 

"Anda is my friend," he said firmly. "I can't stop."

 

"Then I won't stop."

 

"If I were to ask you..."

It gently stroked my cheek.

"So you're going to leave me to fight alone?"

I punched it in the chest once.

 

"But it's very dangerous for you. I don't want you involved in this anymore."

 

"Anda asked me for help first. If I hadn't had Anda's earphones, we would never have known that Anda was asking for help because we wouldn't have received them."

 

"Fairness. So you can't cut me out of this, Jin. No matter how much you try to get rid of me, I'm not leaving. Do you dare defy your boyfriend?"

 

"Stubborn," Jin said, planting a playful kiss on my temple. "It's risky."

 

"You keep saying it's risky, but you never asked me if I was willing to take that risk," I lightly punched his shoulder. "I'm giving you a chance to ask again."

 

"Do you love me that much?"

 

"You idiot, that's not the right question. Ask again."

 

I glared at him until he burst out laughing.

 

"You care about me a lot, don't you?"

 

My face flushed when his handsome face leaned closer.

 

"Jinnnn"

 

"I'm really worried about you, you know?"

It spoke in a soft voice.

 

"know"

"..."

 

"And they know a lot about it."

 

I leaned closer until our lips were just a hand's width apart.

 

"Do you know who I am?"

 

"Who is it?" Jin spoke while tasting my lips.

 

"This is a beetle. A beetle that Jin loves. Mmm."

 

This guy... he's an amazing kisser!

 

"Mmm."

 

That hot tongue boldly entwined inside my mouth, and before I knew it, my back was against the mattress.

 

"J-Jin"

 

"I'm trying."

 

"W-what are you trying to do?"

 

"Stopping myself."

 

"Mmm."

 

I felt the friction between my body and Jin's, a burning sensation that sent shivers down my spine. My stomach churned, and I couldn't breathe properly. I gasped for air intensely when it finally released our lips, but our lower bodies were still rubbing against each other.

 

Jin was trying very hard to stop himself, but his hands were roaming all over my body. At one point, those hot hands squeezed my chest, sending shivers down my spine.

 

"Jin..."

 

Jin's fingertips fumbled around the edge of my pants, even stroking my groin as if unintentionally, but it sent shivers down my spine.

 

"Are you going to stop or are you going to have sex?" I whispered, my voice trembling, against its chest.

 

"Sorry," Jin's voice was so sexy. "I'm trying."

 

"How did you even try to make it this creepy? Ugh."

 

Before I could finish speaking, Jin moved his lips to cover mine again.

 

"You're a good talker. How about I keep your mouth busy?"

 

"Jin!" I tried to push his chest away. "Calm down, Jin."

 

"yes"

 

I think you've lost your mind, you bastard. That husky voice, and the hot breath on my ear...

"We've only been dating for less than a day."

 

"....”

 

"Let me enjoy being in a relationship first, okay?" I spoke softly, feeling a little embarrassed to use such a pleading tone, while my hands pushed against his strong chest as the owner of that handsome face kept nuzzling my neck. He lifted his head from my neck and laughed.

 

"I've stopped."

 

After he finished speaking, Jin kissed my cheek and sat up, then pulled me up with him. He chuckled softly at the sight of me before handing him a towel and gently pushing him towards the bathroom.

 

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Social media detective @SecretNews

Police found crucial evidence: a doll stained red with what appeared to be blood, and several cutters in the room of the suspect, who is Andy's fan. #Anda

 

I sighed deeply, glanced at the social media messages, and gently rubbed my temples.

 

"Do you think the threatening messages and the secretly taken photos are Am's doing?"

Boom, who was sitting next to me, started the conversation. Dang and Tum were sitting around me. Earlier, I had told them about someone secretly following me and Jin.

 

"I have no idea. I think this is getting out of hand. It's good that you guys went to the police station." I nodded in agreement. 

 

This morning, Jin and I went to the police station to file a report for peace of mind, but we'll have to see what happens next.

 

"But it's strange, isn't it? You said that Am, or whatever her name is, seemed like a well-behaved person who wouldn't do something like this, right? A single woman doing something like this?"

 

"Is it really that bad?"

 

"Yeah, she lives on the same floor as you. Haven't you ever seen her before?" 

 

I pursed my lips tightly before shaking my head quickly.

"I saw her get into a car with James."

 

"So, do you think James is involved in Anda's death?"

 

"I have a feeling..." he stroked his chin, "that back when he and Anda were acting in that BL series, there were rumours that they were dating."

 

"Mmm."

 

Jin once said that James used to pursue Anda, but Anda wasn't interested because he already had a boyfriend. I don't know what James's reaction was after that, but I'm picturing the incident at Anda's event, when Kumbh almost got into a fight with James. If I had to guess, it was probably due to jealousy over Anda.

 

"So how is James related to you, Am?"

 

"That's right."

 

Their words reminded me of the pregnancy test that fell out of the envelope in the elevator that day.

 

"Or could it be about an affair?"

 

"Hey, that's big news, guys!" Tum beckoned us over to look at his phone screen.

 

"Xie!" he exclaimed, "This is an epic exposé!"

 

The "Social Media Threat" page is isolated in court.

Big news! Andy, a fan of actor A, is actually the secret lover of famous actor J. She has recently admitted the reason...

"Andy’s boyfriend was jealous of Anda, but she denies assaulting Anda. P.S. Please comment carefully, because you might be brave on social media but isolated in court."

 

Even though the popular page posted the information in abbreviations, the flood of comments still mentioned the characters' actual names in this news story.

 

"Here's the answer to why Am is an anti-fan of Anda." Boom spoke up, looking up from his phone, as I let out a deep sigh. So, my condo neighbours are having an affair after all with that young actor, really.

 

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[Jinna]

 

I turned off the engine of my motorcycle as I entered the familiar grounds of the house, a place I used to visit often. I stood and looked at the lawn where I used to sit and play. Often, before letting out a deep sigh, I would reminisce about the old days. 

 

After taking off my helmet and putting it away, I heard footsteps stop behind me. Turning around, I saw Anda's older brother in a black police uniform.  He returned my greeting before smiling.

 

"Thanks for coming."

 

"Yes," I nodded slightly because earlier, Anda's brother had called to say that Anda's parents wanted to meet me. So, after finishing my morning classes, I hurried over. I rushed to the two of them at Anda's house in the heart of the city, a prime location. It's assumed that the land in this area has been passed down through generations.

 

"So, Mom and Dad, did you want to talk to me about something?"

 

Brother Itthi sighed deeply.

"Aquarius came to ask for some of Anda's personal belongings."

 

"Aquarius?"

 

"They said they wanted to keep it as a memento."

 

"They want to consult with Jin."

“....."

 

"Is that so?"

 

"I don't want to believe that Aquarius is the culprit, but the matter of the money transferred into the account hasn't been settled yet. My parents are very worried."

 

"Jin knows that Mom and Dad trust you a lot. When Anda was still here, he always said that Jin was his best friend," Itthi said with a sad smile.

 

"But I can't help feeling a little hurt that Mom and Dad seem more interested in talking to Jin than to Anda’s older sibling."

 

I reached out and gently patted Itthi's shoulder.

 

"Don't worry about it, sir. They probably don't want to bother you. Itti is busy with the case himself. Besides, when they saw me, they probably thought of Anda." I used to come and go, and I often stayed at this house, even overnight. It's no wonder Anda's parents are so fond of me, treating me like their own son.

 

"Yes, ever since Anda passed away, my mother has barely spoken a word, and my father is so stressed he can't do anything."

 

"I understand."

 

"Thank you so much, Jin, for thinking of my parents."

 

"never mind"

 

"Jin has been going through a lot lately, too."

 

"Me?"

Itthi's face fell before he let out a heavy sigh.

 

"Is Jin being followed lately?"

 

I furrowed my brows slightly in surprise because I'd never told anyone about this except my closest friends.

 

"Sorry, but I have a friend who works at that police station," he said, his voice tense. "Jin, if anything suspicious happens again, you have to tell me." Itthi said seriously, "I'm worried about your safety. If there's anything I can help you with, Jin, you can call me anytime."

 

"okay"

 

I watched as Anda’s older brother got into his car and drove away, before I headed into Anda's house.

 

It was a little after four o'clock when I drove away from Anda's house. After dinner and talking with Anda's parents, I excused myself and went back.

 

"Are you sure, Jin, that Aquarius didn't do it?"

 

"I have no evidence to prove Kumbh's innocence, but I just ask that you, Father and Mother, trust Anda."

 

'Trusting Anda? What do you mean, Jin?'

 

"Give him what he asks for, because those are the things Anda wanted to give him before he died."

 

"Mom doesn't understand what Jin is saying. Anda's death is suspicious, isn't it? Itthi told Mom that Jin and his friends were threatened because they got involved with "Regarding the case."

 

"I can't say. I can only say that Anda misses his parents every day, and he doesn't want to go anywhere."

 

"Is Jin telling the truth? Jin isn't lying to Mom, is he?"

....

'Is Anda still close to Mom, Jin?'

 

'yes'

I let out a deep sigh as I recalled our earlier conversation. Although Anda's parents didn't look well, there was a glimmer of hope in their eyes.

 

I hear that Anda is still nearby. Loss is a wound that constantly lingers, causing pain to those who remain, because love and memories are things that can never be easily erased. Actually, love doesn't hurt anyone, but it's memories that keep us hurting from the same old things. 

 

I steered my motorcycle along the busy economic road, filled with countless cars. When I stopped at a red light, I looked straight ahead. Ahead is the tall, imposing building that is Ronnalak's headquarters.

 

As soon as I turned the bike into the driveway, the security guard at the entrance immediately stood up and asked me questions.

 

"How can I help you?"

 

When I told them who I had an appointment with, they looked bewildered before quickly lifting the barrier to let me easily ride through. I parked in a parking lot full of luxury European cars, nothing compared to my second-hand motorcycle. I glanced around and immediately smirked.

 

"Mr Jin"

 

The lawyer, who was already waiting, greeted them, his wrinkled face full of a smile.

 

"Where is he?"

“This way, please.”

 

I followed the lawyer uncle into a luxurious elevator. The glass elevator reflected my image, revealing a young man in a student uniform. Wearing old jeans, a work shirt, and sneakers, he stood out completely from his surroundings. I don't belong here.

 

I know very well that the dirt clinging to my shoes shouldn't detract from the grandeur of Ronnalak, like accidentally wandering into uncharted territory. Looking down at my own condition, I could only smirk and feel mocking at the grandeur of this place.

 

The elevator reached the top floor and opened. The entire floor was quiet, with two large rooms. My lawyer uncle led me to one of the rooms and stopped before gently knocking on the door. When someone inside answered, the large door was pushed open, and I saw a middle-aged man in a suit, his hair completely grey. The moment he turned around, that's when I hated my own smile the most. I hated it because we had the same smile.

 

"I have two conditions."

 

"Go ahead and speak."

 

"Firstly, I request all CCTV footage from Anda's condo on the day of the incident."

 

"And what about the second point?"

 

"The safety of my loved one."

 

"So you have a boyfriend/girlfriend now?"

 

"It's a personal matter."

 

"Jin is asking for too much."

 

"Then we have nothing to discuss."

 

"Calm down, Jin. Uncle was joking. You're indeed asking too much."

 

“.....”

 

"But Dad can give it to you."

 

"Thank you"

 

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[Podduang]

 

I tossed and turned for a while, unable to sleep. When I grabbed my phone, I saw it was almost one o'clock. It's so late, Jin.

 

I haven't gone home yet. I ended up staying at his house again tonight because Satang hasn't returned from camp. Jin told me to go home with Beam because Beam hasn't been working as a waiter at that restaurant anymore.

 

Earlier, I watched a movie with Beam, and we finished it just as he started yawning loudly. We were about to go to bed when Thiw came back, so we sat and chatted for a while before finally going to bed, but Jin still hadn't come back. I let out a heavy sigh before jumping up when I heard Jin's motorcycle pull into the driveway. I craned my neck to look at him for a moment.

 

He hurried back and lay down, waiting for the other person, until he heard the door open. Jin didn't turn on the light; he tried to search quietly for something.

 

"Why isn't the light on?" I couldn't hold back and asked.

 

"You're not asleep yet?"

 

"Ugh, I can't sleep."

 

I wrinkled my nose slightly at the smell of alcohol on the other person, so I reached out to turn on the bedside lamp and saw the owner of the room standing still in the middle of the room.

 

"Have you been drinking?"

 

"Does it smell bad? Sorry, I spilt some alcohol on my shirt. I'm going to go take a shower."

 

"Come here." I beckoned it closer.

 

"I smell like alcohol."

 

"Come sit here."

 

Jin slumped down on the mattress beside me, ignoring what it was saying. Eventually, he walked over and sat down next to me. At that moment, I moved to hug him, holding and gently stroking his back.

 

"What's bothering you?"

 

"nothing"

 

"The first rule of being in a relationship is: don't lie."

 

I made a face at him.

 

"I have a few things to think about."

 

He hugged me back before pressing a kiss on my temple and burying his face in the crook of my neck.

 

"You smell so good."

 

"But you smell terrible. You reek of alcohol."

 

"I already told you I wanted to take a shower first."

 

"Can I still hug you even if you smell bad?"

 

He reached out and gently stroked my head before its hot lips began kissing all over my face. Finally, he guided me to lie down on my back on the mattress. The tall, muscular figure moved to straddle me, and his lips immediately seized the opportunity to kiss me, giving me no chance to refuse.

 

"Mmm."

 

Jin's kiss this time was incredibly passionate.

 

"Jin..."

 

"I'm sleeping with Beam tonight."

 

"Why?" I lay there with my eyes half-closed, asking in a weak, weary voice, because what had just happened felt like my soul had been ripped out, "Because I don't trust myself."

 

"Mmm."

 

"If you keep sleeping so close to me like this," he whispered in my ear, "you won't be sleeping tonight."

 

"Mmm."

He playfully nipped my lip.

 

"Why shouldn't I be able to sleep?"

 

"Because I'm going to make sure you don't get any sleep."

 

"Jin"

 

"I desperately want to have sex with you, you damn beetle."

 

"Ah!"

 

"I desperately want to bury my body inside you, damn it!"