( still Around 12 pm, At "The Wong's hospital" :;)
( In the Ground Floor )":
...As Siri and Yot stepped out of the private elevator, they walked past the main elevator bank. Doctors and nurses rushed to catch the elevator, while patients and families waited anxiously, checking their phones or talking in hushed tones.
The hospital was filled with the soft beeps of machines, muted conversations, and the occasional rustle of scrubs as doctors and nurses moved quickly through the halls. Others looked worried or scared.
They walked gently past the administrative area, packed with hospital staff and nervous family members and visitors. Siri and Yot were heading towards the private exit, and they had to pass by the receptionist's desk, where Wut was engaged in conversation with the receptionist.
Yot's eyes sparkled as he caught sight of Wut. "P'Wut!" he shouted joyfully, rushing towards him. Yot gripped his Thai iced tea tightly in his hands as he ran, his thigh-high socks a blur with each step.
Wut, engrossed in his conversation, was startled as he heard his name being called out. He turned around, surprised, and his eyes widened as he saw Yot running towards him with an excited grin.
Before Yot could reach him, Wut's expression softened. He opened his arms wide, ready to catch the little ball of energy hurtling towards him. Yot launched himself at Wut, still clutching his Thai iced tea. Wut caught him effortlessly, lifting him up in a warm hug.
Yot wrapped his arms around Wut's neck, feeling happy and content.
Wut gazed at Siri, who was walking calmly towards them. Her stride was effortless, her posture perfect.
Their eyes met, and for a moment, they shared a piercing stare. Wut's expression was neutral, but his eyes seemed to bore into Siri's.
Siri's gaze was equally intense, her eyes flashing with quiet confidence.
"Still drinking that Thai tea, I see," Wut teased Yot, his voice low and smooth. Siri's gaze didn't waver, but her expression remained neutral, her eyes betraying a hint of wariness.
As Wut finished speaking, Siri reached them. Her movements were economical and precise. Her presence seemed to fill the space, and her eyes still locked on Wut's,
Energetic Yot replied, "Yeah, it's really good!" Wut's smiled, ruffling Yot's hair.
Yot looked up at Wut with wide eyes. "P'Wut, have you seen Khun Mae?" Wut shook his head calmly. "No, I haven't. She's been busy."
( Khun Mae : referring to Wut's mom )
Siri stood beside them, expression neutral, not showing any interest in the conversation. Wut sensed a flicker of indifference from Siri but ignored it.
"What about you? Where are you off to?" Wut asked . Yot replied gently, " we just met Mae, and now I'm off to piano class."
Wut nodded. "Oh, okay. Have you eaten the cookie I gave you?" Yot sadly shook his head. "No, P' said I only get to eat it later."
Wut's eyes met Siri's, then Wut turned back to sad Yot and smiled. "Come on, let's save the sweet treats for later..."
"... See you are not even done with that iced tea ...."
Wut continues, but before he could finish, Yot drank his remaining iced tea and said, "See, it's finished!" , Wut laughed at Yot's stubbornness.
Siri cut through the air, her voice firm yet calm. "Yot, stop being stubborn. You heard what Mom said, right? That's enough sugar for today."
Yot pouted, stamping his foot while still being carried by Wut. Siri's gaze locked onto Wut's, her eyes intense and unwavering.
"Get down, Yot. Do you want Mom to find out you're late for your piano class?"
"No." Yot replied
As she spoke, Her gaze still held Wut's, her eyes burning with an unspoken message ,
Wut began to put Yot down, clearly aware of Siri's unspoken authority.
As Wut put Yot down, he smiled and said, "Okay, have a great piano class and enjoy the cookie..." Yot nodded, and Wut finished with "..Bye," waving goodbye.
As Yot said goodbye, Siri's expression remained neutral, as She took Yot's hand and started walking towards the private exit.....