Ch. 2 First Long Day

Kongpob P.O.V.

Once I helped Arthit change into the uniform, I turned around and grabbed the employee handbook off the desk. "Here, read this," I said hoping he would give me some space and not bother me. He looked at the book then back at me. "This is a long book." He started seeing where I was going with it. "Yep. You must read all of it before I start any of the training." I said feeling a little smug with myself. "Once you're done reading, come find me in the shop," I said before walking back into the shop leaving him behind. 'Phew, that should keep him busy until my shift is over.' I thought as I went behind the counter checking to make sure everything was stocked and fresh. I glanced up and saw In, and Sun flirting with each other as they cleaned tables and gathered dirty dishes. To the right of them was Tee and Mork giving each other lustful glances as they took the customer's orders. I shook my head at both couples before looking over and seeing Tew pull Day back to the storage room, and with the crack between the wall and I could see them kissing.

"Ahem!" I said while clearing my throat as a warning to those two. I heard the shuffling of feet while they walked back to the entrance trying to make it seem like they weren't doing anything. "Day, go sweep the sidewalk, after that, you will clean the windows," I said making sure they couldn't go back to their make-out session.

Tew and Day both looked sad and I did feel guilty but to be honest, I was jealous. Everyone who worked here had a lover, including Nai (he only works on the weekends), but me. I know it's partly my fault for not wanting to get close to anyone, but I also feel like maybe I just wasn't supposed to find love. I became wrapped up in my thoughts that I didn't hear Arthit calling my name until he stood right in front of me. "Ah." I almost squealed out as I became aware of his presence. "What do you need?" I asked embarrassed that I was caught being distracted. "I finished reading the handbook." He told me while smiling. I looked at him in disbelief. 'There's no way he already finished reading the handbook in 30 minutes.' I thought as I looked the clock hanging on the wall behind the counter. "What rule number 10?" I ask thinking he cheated or didn't even read the book at all. "Rule number 10: No alcohol is allowed to be served anytime during and after business hours." He states with a cocky smirk.

"Rule 25?"

"Rule 25, no PDA during work and in front of customers." Arthit

"Rule 13?"

"Rule 13, any all shifts must be covered by the employee or by another employee with as much advance notice as possible and must be approved by the Manager or Owner in the last minute or emergencies."

"Rule 1?"

"Rule 1, must respect all rules and guidelines provided by the Owner and Manager at all times and if at any time there is a disagreement, I must notify management to resolve the issue."

"Rule 31?"

"Rule 31...There isn't one."

"You're right," I said shocked that he realized there wasn't one. I took a minute to look at him again and could tell that he knew he passed. I sighed and gently rubbed the back of my neck. When I rubbed my neck, I could have sworn he followed my movement and even stared at my neck with this weird emotion in his eyes, but it lasted only a second before it disappeared.

"Alright, you pass. Now we will work on learning the menu." I said as I grabbed one of our menus and showed him the different sections and styles of drinks and snacks we offer. "Make sure you ask if they have any allergies or want anything gluten-free," I explain notifying him that we have many regulars that are gluten-free or have allergies to certain fruits we carry.

At that moment, the door opens and in walks in John. I shiver at the look he gave me as he sat down at what he calls his "Spot". I quickly place a fake smile on my face before signaling one moment before I turned around and took a deep breath while clenching my hands on the bar counter. "You okay?" Arthit whispered looking at me with concern. I took one more deep breath before saying "I'm fine. Just stay here while I take his order."

I walked over with the fake smile still on my face. "I see your back on time, again today P'John." He smiled at me and tried to touch my hand. I gently moved my hand away. "P'John, I've told you that I don't like you trying to touch me," I said as I grabbed my book out to take his order even though I knew what it was. "I'll take a caramel mocha with no whip cream and a slice of the Kongpob cake." He said once again trying to touch me. I nodded my head and turned around before he could touch me. I walked back to where Arthit was waiting and spoke to Tee. "One Caramel Mocha and a slice of Kongpob cake," I said as a shiver ran down my spine. (A/N: I just felt a real shiver down my spine. That's creepy.) I could tell Tee wanted to say something, but I put my hand up silencing him.

Arthit's P.O.V.

I could feel the moment the customer walked in that Kongpob didn't like him. I wanted to go with him and take the order, but he wouldn't let me. I watched as Kongpob put on a fake smile and averted John's advances on him. I felt rage well up in me at the fact that John was getting off on Kongpob's discomfort. "You okay?" I asked knowing that he wasn't feeling well. He turned and just smiled at me. I knew it was a fake smile that had pain hidden within it. "Why don't I take his order to him?" I offered not wanting Kongpob to deal with him again. I honestly don't know why I cared, I mean yeah, he's my boss and you don't want to be a loner at work. I couldn't explain this feeling but figured it was because he was taking care of me.

I grabbed the order and walked to John before Kongpob could stop me. "Here you go, sir," I said with a smile and a glare to him. "Who is your cutie?" John asked trying to touch me. "I'm new. Please don't touch me. I feel sick when people I don't know touch me." I said as I moved a step away.

"That's one I've never heard." He said as an evil smile crept on his face. "Well, I'm not from this area so I'm sure you wouldn't know everything," I said with a little warning behind it. He just smirked and looked at Kongpob, who was trying to busy himself away from John. "Kongpob! Is this how you train your employees?" He taunted causing Kongpob to flinch. "No, this is all on me," I said as I leaned closer to him sending a death glare at him. He laughed and started drinking his caramel mocha as I walked back to the bar. "What's his problem?" I ask feeling annoyed. Kongpob stays silent and walks to the office muttering 'Work.' before the door closed.

I turned around and looked at Tee. "What's the deal?" I ask hoping he'll talk without Kongpob here. "John keeps trying to flirt and touch Kongpob every time he comes. It got worse once, that we had to call the cops. Nothing happened though because John has connections." Tee explained. I nodded my head not liking the idea. "So, there's nothing we can do then?" I asked while thinking of a way to get him away from Kongpob. "Not unless you know someone higher up in the government system." Tee said sighing as he wiped the counters down. "I just might," I said as I pulled out my phone and called Pick. "Hey, are you bored already?" He teased. I rolled my eyes. "No, I need you to contact them (I'm making up the highest authority in Thailand) Admiral of the Army. He owes me a favor." I said before hanging up without hearing his response.

I looked back over to where Kongpob had gone. 'This is going to be a long first day.' I thought as I went back to taking customer's orders.

Sorry, if it's a bit boring. I'm trying to pace myself and not rush it. Please leave comments and vote. I will have another chapter up today. Thanks.

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