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You're really the whole package.

Beautiful and delicious.

The same old thing again? She asked when you're getting married?

Mm, I…

Who's this?

This is Tonnam. She's my roommate.

- Can I sit with you, please? - Hey, have you met the new professor yet?

Let me introduce her to you. She'll be joining our department.

Then let's raise a glass to welcome our new colleague!

But I still don't know how you feel

after that night you…

I like you.

This is the very store that caused my dad's death.

She took me biking to this construction site.

At first, I was confused, like, where are we going?

When we got there,

I was like,

how could it open here?

Then she told me

this caused her dad's death.

My whole body just froze.

I couldn't say a word.

I get how you feel.

If she knows it's your family business,

boom!

But if she finds out later,

boom again!

Seriously, what should I do?

I've been thinking about it day and night for days.

I have no clue.

S stands for "strengths."

What gives your business the edge?

How are your products and services different?

Do you have any special skills or knowledge?

Easy to understand, easy to access.

No competitors.

But being the only one doesn't mean people will buy.

Next, W. Weaknesses.

What puts us at a disadvantage?

New brand.

Owner's emotionally distant. No idea what she's even thinking.

Maybe it's her background.

Then there's O. Opportunities.

External factors that could help us succeed.

Trends, government policies, social media.

60%.

I'm not sure how I feel about you.

So, now do you know?

I like you.

80%.

Okay. Last one.

T. Threats.

Forecast negative impacts from external factors,

both direct and indirect.

Mouse Mart.

Professors, please help assess the risk.

Should I tell her about Mouse Mart or not?

Risk of not telling?

50%.

If you don't tell her now, you may as well never.

Just wait and see if she finds out on her own.

But I believe secrets don't stay secret.

100% this business crashes if she finds out later.

But how do we define "later"?

One day? Two days?

That counts as "later," right?

What defines the line for "knowing later"?

Probably if you had the chance to tell but didn't,

anything after would count as "later."

Hey, where are you going?

I'll be right back.

MOUSE MART IS COMING SOON WITH SPECIAL PROMOTIONS!

Coming soon? When's that supposed to be?

What are you looking at there?

Oh, I just came to see how far along the shop is.

I see.

- Do you want to take a look inside? - No, thanks. I appreciate it.

Um… I brought this for you.

I didn't order anything.

Maybe a worker did?

No, I just noticed you buy them often, so this is a little gift from me.

Please take it. It's on the house.

Thanks.

So, when's "coming soon"?

It should be ready by the end of the month.

Drop by if you have time.

I'll give you a discount.

Sure. Thanks a lot.

Good luck with your work.

Sure. Thank you.

STORE DESIGN AND DECORATION LOCATION MOUSE MART, BRANCH 001235

Ugh! End of the month?

That's like a doctor saying,

"Sorry, you've got one month left."

Ugh, I'm freaking out.

Who's dying?

No one, except maybe me.

Seriously, I'm losing it.

Do you want some coffee? I brought you one.

Nope. Just looking at it gives me chills.

From now on,

I'm never buying or using anything from Mouse Mart again.

What?

You used to go there all the time.

When you were too lazy to go out, you even had stuff delivered.

That was then.

Now they're opening right here.

You know they're the reason my dad died.

Okay, okay.

Then I won't drink it either.

But actually, I came because I've got something big to tell you.

YUTH PANICH

Wan, are you okay?

My friend just came by and said…

So these are your assets.

And this is your debt.

You don't have to read it. I'll summarize.

You're in debt. 450,000.

Legally, you're the sole heir,

which means you inherit the debt too.

Debt is a kind of inheritance.

450,000? Seriously? I don't even have 100,000.

Take a breath.

You don't have to pay it all at once.

I did the math.

Your dad mortgaged the house, this grocery store.

He got 2 million,

and more than half is already paid back.

If you pay the bank 30,000 a month,

then in 24 months, just two years, it's done.

Hey.

It's just two years. It's not too bad.

If I had a full-time job, maybe it'd be possible.

But right now,

I'm barely making half a regular salary from selling stuff.

What if I pay 15,000 a month?

Then it'd take 6 years.

Six years?! Wasn't it two before?

If I pay half, shouldn't it be four years?

No, you can't think like that.

This isn't borrowing from a friend.

Interest is brutal, you know. Don't you know the saying?

"Bought a house for two million, ended up paying four to five with interest."

Compound interest is like a snowball.

Ugh, it's all because of that stupid Mouse Mart.

It's opening at the end of the month.

Once it's here, my sales will drop for sure.

I don't even know when Dad mortgaged the shop.

But if I miss a payment, they'll take it.

Even now, just selling to make debt payments is already hard.

There's food, bills…

and now Mouse Mart is right next door.

Honestly, I don't think I can last six months if this keeps up.

Risk of not telling?

50%.

If you don't tell her now, you may as well never.

Just wait and see if she finds out on her own.

Why open here of all places?!

It's like they're trying to kill me!

I'm sorry.

I got stressed.

I'm just scared I'll be the reason my dad's business fails.

Don't say that, Wan.

You're doing great.

Every problem has a solution.

I'll help you.

Thank you.

- Whoa. - Hold this for me. It's super heavy.

What did you buy so much stuff for?

So I still couldn't bring myself to tell her.

Eh? Why not?

The timing was just not right. Like, it was really wrong.

How so?

Where's Chompoo? I'll just wait and tell both of you.

She's not here.

Eh? You two are already done with the exams?

The new professor called her, asking for help prepping next term.

Chompoo's been cozying up to her,

scared she'll tell Tik about us.

Now it's like, she calls, she runs.

She snaps, she jumps.

And what's with all this food?

Three people can't eat this much.

Come on. It's not just for us.

I wanted to support Wan,

and I'll give the rest to students tomorrow before the exam.

Okay, but let me vent a little more.

I just don't get it.

Why'd she call now of all times?

This is supposed to be our personal time.

At first, she didn't even want to go.

She was whining about how fierce and snobby she seemed.

And look at her now.

Thanks.

Girl, calm down.

The snack didn't do anything wrong.

It's okay. Let's just switch bags.

Let's just switch bags.

Right.

That face says, "I don't like you," huh?

Maybe they're just gossiping.

Stay positive.

I'm going to wash my hands.

Calm down. Positive thinking.

Can I help you?

Is your family the owner of Mouse Mart?

Why do you ask?

I'm just surprised you're still working here as a professor.

I'm not saying people can't do lots of things,

but I imagine things must be hectic on your side.

Well, it's my family's business, not mine.

Can I help you with something?

I'm looking for funding for a research project.

It's about key factors influencing visits to convenience stores.

Prof. Chompoo said I could ask you.

I've got a lot on my plate right now,

finalizing my PhD thesis topic and all.

I don't think I have time to help.

I'm sorry.

That's okay.

I'll ask Prof. Chompoo like before.

EXAM: ACCOUNTING THEORY 3(03) 50 QUESTIONS IN TOTAL

Babe, I'm sorry I didn't do the dishes this morning.

I had to leave in a rush.

What time's the exam?

Are you okay?

I'm not okay.

Are you really only doing all this so she won't talk about us?

You didn't even like her at first.

- Now you're suddenly close? - Wait.

Are you mad about this?

Do you know why I'm doing this?

It's to protect our relationship.

Really?

I always thought protecting a relationship means telling the truth

when you have the chance.

Your family's cool with us.

You don't understand what it's like to have a family that isn't.

Try putting yourself in my shoes for once.

Hey, don't let this blow up.

Do you get that--

Students, please take a seat.

Sit anywhere you'd like.

Don't be surprised. Those snacks are from me.

Acting like you two were fighting?

Nope.

Exam's in ten minutes.

Call your friends.

Ugh, I didn't even finish selling these, and now they're expired.

Another loss.

Ew, this one's moldy.

Why'd they go bad so fast?

- Thank you. It's okay. - No problem. Here, let me help.

Thanks again.

- Just hang it here, right? - Yes, thanks.

What can I get you today?

Fresh delivery just came in.

We have pandan filling, golden egg yolk threads,

strawberry, and taro fillings too.

Or do you want to try this one? It's khanom ping.

Try one first.

If you like it, great. If not, no pressure.

Here you go.

How is it? Do you like it?

I do.

Do you want to buy one?

I'll get you a new jar. Here you go.

That'll be 500 baht.

Here you go.

Thanks a lot.

Keep the change.

It's just a small thank-you for the drinks you brought me the other day.

Are you sure?

That's too generous.

- Wait-- - It's okay, really. No change.

Thank you so much.

What time do you normally close?

Usually around nine in the evening.

But if you're coming, just call. I'll wait for you.

Yes. Thanks.

Whoa, just a few sales and I've already hit 1,000!

Money flowing in! Luck's pouring down!

Wan!

Today's exam day,

so I made one for you too.

If you hand this in, that's effort points.

But…

I'm not giving you full marks just yet.

I'll try harder from now on, Teacher Wan.

You got this, Miss Maewnam.

But hey, I didn't just come here to whine.

I'm here to shop, buying snacks to give the other professors.

Sure. What would you like?

Maybe I'll just buy the whole store?

Wait, really?!

I don't have money.

Well then, just grab what you want.

- Grab what you want. - Wait, free?

We'll settle up later.

These are for you, Tik.

Such a generous soul.

Thanks, Maewnam.

I bought a bunch for students and had some left.

Fine. I'm taking it anyway.

Thank you.

But I bought this just for you, Prof. Mahnmook.

Thank you.

About the research,

you can ask me directly.

No need to go through Prof. Chompoo.

I'll help.

You have time now?

Well…

I think your topic is something I can help with better.

Then thank you.

Okay, everyone's here.

Girls, I want to invite all of you to stay after class.

Let's go find something really good and delicious to eat together.

Let's celebrate finishing exams,

and we'll also use it as a chance to welcome Prof. Mahnmook.

But no flaking!

If anyone bails, I'm adding an extra morning class to your schedule.

Now pack it up. Hurry up.

Yummy.

I'm sorry. I got lost on the way. I took a huge detour.

Oh, no worries. You're here now.

I already ordered tamarind shrimp, stir-fried bitter melon with egg,

and the star, banana blossom chicken curry.

Banana what?

Eh? You've never heard of it?

It's just unripe banana.

- Ah, got it. - Hungry? I'll get you a menu.

Hey, can we get a menu please?

Just order anything you like.

It's all good.

No, it's okay.

It's fine. Don't worry.

Thanks.

You should've told her you couldn't eat it.

It's fine.

Are you allergic to shrimp?

I'll just take an antihistamine.

See? That's what you're always doing.

You're always putting up with it. You keep tolerating nonsense.

And you end up hurting yourself.

Calm down.

It's not a big deal.

Why make it into one?

And you snapping at everyone, is that fair?

Hey.

Have you ever stopped and asked yourself why I'm upset?

Then you ask yourself why I keep putting up with stuff.

Tolerating doesn't mean I'm not trying.

Ugh… can we go one day without fighting?

I'm sorry. I think I should go, Tik.

Oh?

Well, are we still eating or not?

Here, help finish the shrimp.

- Sure. I think four dishes are plenty. - No need to order more, right?

YUTH PANICH

Wan!

I thought you weren't coming.

Were you waiting?

No. Didn't you see? I'm just about to close up.

Geez, today was the last exam I had to proctor.

It was total chaos. I was drained.

At first I thought the store was already closed,

but I saw it was still open, so I ran right over.

To see me?

To buy ice cream.

Someone's smiling.

I'm here to buy ice cream and see you.

What's up, Wan?

Long time no see.

Oh? You two know each other?

How do you two know each other?

Oh, this is Prof. Mahnmook.

She's new at the department.

We had a faculty dinner earlier, and I got a ride with her.

Aren't you going to answer her question?

How did we know each other?

Old friend.

Two ice creams, right?

Do you want anything else?

Can I use your bathroom?

Can you show me where it is?

I'm sorry about your dad.

I just found out, so I didn't make it to the funeral.

Are you into Prof. Maewnam or something?

So why didn't you tell her what we were?

Are you worried she'll overthink it?

So you're in the talking stage then?

After you're done, don't forget to turn off the light.

Actually, dating Mouse Mart's owner's daughter,

there was no need to open your own grocery store.

What did you just say?

I'm heading out.

Why are you even shopping here?

Why not Mouse Mart?

You're their daughter.

How do you know that?

Why didn't you tell me?

I…

I wasn't trying to hide it.

I was going to tell you yesterday.

Remember when I biked over and bought a bunch of stuff?

But when I found out you were in debt, hundreds of thousands,

I didn't want to make it worse.

So I was waiting for a better moment.

I'm…

I'm not making excuses.

I really care about you.

That's the truth.

You know how I feel about Mouse Mart, right?

I do.

Then why didn't you tell me that day?

This is the very store that caused my dad's death.

Where are you?

I'm sleeping at home tonight.

GROCERY VS CONVENIENCE STORE

A CONVENIENCE STORE WITH A MOUSE LOGO JUST OPENED NEARBY, AND EVERYONE'S GOING THERE.

SAD, REALLY.

CAPITALISM ONLY FAVORS THE RICH. IT EXPLOITS PEOPLE LIKE US.

Why does it have to be this way?

You know

how I feel about Mouse Mart, right?

Then why didn't you tell me that day?

YUTH PANICH

Wan, I don't want to bother you when you need time to think.

But I don't want to disappear to the point

where it feels like I'm not even here anymore.

I just want you to feel like I'm still here.

Maewnam.

P.S. If anything breaks, call me like always, okay?

If anything breaks, call me like always, okay?

MAEWNAM

I'd like to buy something. Is anyone here?

Coming!

I'm sorry. I was in the middle of a fight with the faucet.

The faucet's broken?

Just a little. It keeps dripping even when I turn it off.

Do you want me to take a look?

Well…

You can turn on the water pump now.

Okay, give me a sec.

How is it?

All done.

Thank you so much. How much do I owe you?

Oh, don't worry.

It wasn't a big deal.

Then… just a sec.

Here. I see you come here often for these.

You can share these with the other workers too.

Thank you.

I thought you'd stop by last night.

Ah, it was one of the workers' birthdays.

We ended up drinking a bit and it went on for a long time.

I didn't think you'd be waiting.

Then I'll come by tonight.

Okay. Only if it's convenient for you.

I'll step out for now then.

Sure.

Professor.

Can I talk to you for a minute?

Did you tell Wan about me?

About you?

About what?

That I'm the daughter of Mouse Mart's owner.

Wait.

She didn't know yet?

I thought she already did.

No. I haven't told her.

I kind of figured you two had something going on,

so I just said, "That's great."

"Her family is the owner of Mouse Mart."

"You must have great advice for your grocery store."

I assumed you two shared everything.

Wan's the kind of person who hates anything insincere.

It makes her feel lied to.

You really seem like a friend

who knows her well.

Nope.

Not just friends.

I handled the problem the wrong way.

I cared too much about others.

I hate how we don't talk like this.

I even bought this to apologize without caring what others might think.

Aren't you going to say something?

Hi, Tik.

Why did you tease me?

I wanted to see if hearing that name would make you drop the act.

You see it now?

When I went home,

and had time to think alone…

In a relationship, nothing ever ends in complete disappointment

or goes exactly 100% as we hope.

Something that feels easy for us

might be the hardest thing for someone else.

Think about it once again.

Are we placing our expectations

on someone we love and asking them to carry them for us?

I understand you better now.

I know you've been trying hard.

I just don't want to be a source of stress in your life anymore.

And about us…

If you're not ready to tell your mom,

then don't.

Just being together right now is good enough for us.

Then from now on, I'm going to stand my ground more.

Starting with you.

Stand up.

Come closer.

Closer.

You're doing this here?

Aren't you afraid someone might see?

I'm blocking the view.

There's a CCTV camera.

You're doing this, huh?

She's probably not coming anymore.

You're closing up already?

Not yet. Come on in.

We've got fresh snacks this evening.

Actually, I didn't come to order anything.

But…

I brought something for you.

Oh? What?

Flowers.

I searched for a flower bouquet shop,

and this one makes beautiful arrangements,

so I ordered one for you.

No, thank you.

I…

I don't know what I'd do with them.

Why would you say something like that?

Haven't you shown signs you're interested in me?

When… did I ever show that?

Well, you gave me snacks.

You brought me drinks.

You kept the store open waiting for me.

If that's not interest, what is it?

It's…

It's called customer service.

You're a customer. I treat you well. That's it.

But I call it "throwing yourself at me."

Come on, just admit it.

I actually like women who make the first move.

I wasn't throwing myself at you.

Being friendly doesn't mean I'm interested.

You're not?

You smiled at me like that.

You even took me to the back of the store. Come on.

Stop playing hard to get.

It's just us here.

Stop pretending already.

Hey, let go! You creep! Let go!

- Ow! Let go! - You creep!

- Let go! - Shut up!

- Someone, help! - Let go!

- Help! - Shut up!

Hey!

Ouch!

Don't mess with my Wan!

Leave now, or I'll call the police.

Go ahead. Let's see who hurt whom.

But you harassed her first.

We've got evidence.

Call the police, Wan.

Wan, are you hurt?

I'm fine.

I'm so sorry I came late,

so you got hurt.

But you made it, didn't you?

Are you going to dock my points?

No way.

You get bonus points.

You're incredible, Maewnam.

He flew across the room.

My mom made me take Taekwondo as a kid.

She said it was for self-defense.

Guess I finally used it to protect you.

At first, I didn't think I'd see you again.

Honestly, I wasn't planning to come.

But there's something I needed to talk to you about.

That's why I rushed here.

About Mouse Mart?

No.

But if you want to talk about that first, we can.

Talk about your matter first.

I know now that

Prof. Mahnmook isn't just your old friend.

She's more than that.

I didn't want to overthink,

so I came to ask you directly what the truth is.

She told you already?

You can say I'm making excuses,

but truthfully, I don't even know if she considered me her girlfriend.

I can't even say when we ever officially got together.

If you don't want to talk about it,

we don't have to.

But I just want you to know that

I came to ask because I really wanted to know.

I'm not mad at you.

Your answer was honest.

That's more than enough for me.

Ask me about Mouse Mart now.

I've been thinking about it all night.

After I found out, what's the point in being mad at you?

What does it change?

I'll admit, I felt numb when I found out.

But then I reminded myself

that the Maewnam I know isn't a cunning person.

Still, anger is anger.

It's like someone punching you and saying "sorry."

It still hurts at the time, so it can't just go away instantly.

I understand.

And I'm sorry for not telling you from the beginning.

Once I missed the right moment, everything just felt off.

Can I ask you one more thing?

That thing you said about grocery stores--

could you say it again?

Sure.

Lots of grocery stores can absolutely stand against big convenience stores.

Community-based marketing is powerful.

People shop where they feel comfortable.

Your store is exactly where they feel more at ease.

People prefer shopping where they feel comfortable.

Even if you just left your full-time job and came back to this,

you've always been talented.

You've always been a talented person I like.

Do you think I'm lying?

The store's almost out of stock.

Do you want to go restock together?

Sure.

Whoa… it's this late already?

Do you think anywhere's still open?

Good point.

I've got a mountain of exams to grade too.

I should probably head back then.

Oh, wait.

I forgot to ask.

Where's my score at?

Well…

When it's close to full, I'll let you know.

Sure.

I'll be waiting.

GRADE SUBMISSION SYSTEM

Hello? What's up, Wan?

Maewnam, something's wrong with the CCTV at the store.

Can you come take a look?

Sure. Just a sec.

What seems to be the issue?

YOU'VE GOT FULL MARKS ALREADY

When I found out you were the daughter of Mouse Mart's owner,

I thought I'd be really mad at you.

But in the end, I wasn't.

I forgave you so easily.

Just like you forgave me easily

when you found out about me and Mahnmook.

Now I understand something.

When two people like each other enough,

things don't have to be so complicated.

Right?

Yeah.

And this is a reward for an awesome person.

YUTH PANICH UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

HEREBY GRANTS THIS DEGREE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF STUDIES

I graduated with First-Class Honors.

Maewnam.

Be my girlfriend.

You're so dramatic, Professor Sudteerak.

And calling me here just to "check the CCTV"?

That wasn't dramatic at all, my beautiful grocery sister?

I really put my heart into this, you know.

Didn't you like it?

You know what?

I'm someone who puts a lot of effort into everything I do,

including this.

How about staying over tonight?

Wait here for a sec.

Even though I haven't told Mom who you are to me yet,

I'm going to show her.

Are you okay with that, babe?

I'm so happy right now.

And you? Are you happy too?

Maybe Maewnam has a way to help you.

Your store's definitely going to make it.

Right now, I'm not fighting alone anymore.

I have a partner who's ready to fight alongside me.

Right?

The way you think is seriously the coolest, Wan.