Note: A short story that is not separated in time. Because I intend to write a lot : )

...Pilalam Phet Lanna Phabandon...

...overflowing with happiness mixed with tears...

...Phra Phaipat Buppepha...

...Time pours in willingly...

In the night when the sky is empty of stars But it's bright again

By the light of the moon that is bigger and rounder every night

That night, something miraculous happened.

The sound of infants crying was loud throughout the palace of Chao Luang Worachakrangsi.

The youngest daughter of the northern kingdom was born, the most important person on the face of the earth.

At that time, Chao Phor Worachakrangsi, the ruler of the city, came to admire the face of his daughter.

and gave names according to what he saw

His small body had skin that glowed brightly in the moonlight.

The sound of their cries was sweet to the ears, like a little bird singing a song in the forest.

The godfather named his daughter.

...Rattana Kon Kaew

Pilasam Phet Lanna Pabandon

In the night when the sky is empty of stars But instead, it was lit up by the light of the larger, rounder moon every night.

That night, something miraculous happened. The sound of infants crying was loud throughout the palace of Chao Luang Worachakrangsi.

The youngest daughter of the northern kingdom was born, the most important person on the face of the earth.

At that time, Chao Phor Worachakrangsi, the ruler of the city came to see the face of His Majesty

and gave names according to what he saw His small body had skin that glowed brightly in the moonlight.

The sound of their cries was sweet to the ears, like a little bird singing a song in the forest. The godfather named his daughter.

...Rattana Kon Kaew

The little princess adorns herself with extraordinary beauty. grew up in Khum Luang

He is loved by all his relatives. Both Mother and Father rejoiced.

In beauty both on the outside and in an expression that looks much older than his age.

When the princess was only 8 years old

“I will build a boxing stadium here. What do you say?"

Chao Luang Worachakrangsi invited the technician to look at the open space inside the temple together with Chao Nang Buatong.

who has the honor of being the younger brother and Chao Noi, the younger brother from another mother

To build a boxing stadium using internal shared funds. between the three of you

Princess Buatong and Chao Noi Also lived in Khum Luang with Chao Luang Worachakrangsi.

and there was a good opinion that this open space Too vast to be left desolate

Not much time has passed. By investing a lot of resources The largest boxing stadium in the city

It happened in the Khum Chao Luang area. Skilled boxers from all over was led here

And one of them is Prof. Maneechan, a famous boxer from Chiang Mai.

also traveled to practice boxing at this stadium in Khum Luang

The greatness of the opening Calling the townspeople and villagers Both near and far

Let's come together to see. Including villagers who want to see Khum Chao Luang as the original.

also came The fight belongs to a skilled boxer on the first day.

To show the power of the people to the public and an important guest among them

That is, the beautiful princess. The gem of Lanna Princess Rattanakonkaew

"Gonkaew, come sit here."

"Chao Bua Tong Chao Kha Who is that man? "

The princess looked to the side of the stage. Bua Tong looked at him. and saw the boxer who had fought just now

Sitting and resting with the caretaker in a graceful pose no different from the stage.

His tall, muscular body shows the perfection of a man's body.

The face is sharp and the body is shiny with boxing oil. His spine was straight and his eyes were focused.

"Boxers in the camp His name is Mr. Sakphan"

It was as if the loud shouts of many people surrounding you were here.

It never happened. Big eyes looking at one place The little heart twitched violently.

and began to shake more and more as a result. I don't know if the prince saw this or not.

But now the little princess found the words What is it like to not be able to control your mind?

Since that day Princess of Glass I asked my babysitter to come play.

Often near the boxing stadium And every time Lord Bua Tong found out The princess was often scolded by her aunt.

"The glass cube Will you go there again? Once upon a time I was scolded by Princess Buatong. I'm still afraid."

"I want to go to Kham Ai. It's fun there."

"But I say It wouldn't be appropriate..."

"Kham Ai takes you away."

A statement that resembles the command of a little princess that is not often encountered.

It doesn't feel annoying at all. Kham Ai saw that it was more cute.

When that symptom was expressed from Princess Rattanakonkaew

It was like every day the princess would escape here. Often enough to know the person you are looking for

What time will you come out to practice? But today is different. That person didn't come to practice on time.

The little princess waited in a secret corner for a long time until she gave up. and is about to return inside.

"Are you going back now? "

For the first time, the princess heard the young man's voice up close.

And when you turn to look directly into the eyes There was a mental flutter. and electrical currents through the eyes

It's as if both of them can communicate with each other in every aspect. Even though they had just met face to face for the first time.

It's not a one-sided feeling. The young man said that he met the princess from the first time.

who have entered the boxing camp But at that time The princess didn't see that he was there.

And every day the princess comes here He knew he had eyes.

An eye was secretly staring at him from a corner.

Love at first sight that the little princess didn't understand what it was. But with young men who are

10 years older than you, it is not difficult to understand. For the definition of the feeling of that word

“Can I walk you to the princess? "

"sibling..."

"Glass cube!!! "

Before the princess could say anything more than that. Uncle Bua Tong also grilled in three steps.

Walked in with an extremely angry expression on his face. How many times has the warning not been listened to?

This time it was to the point of speaking to each other in an intimate manner.

When will the matter reach the ears of Prince Worachakrangsi?

Rattanakonkaew would probably be punished quite a bit.

“Kam Ai, haven't I told you many times? Don't bring the princess here! "

"I apologize to you, Princess Buatong."

A fierce voice swept over both the princess and her followers in waves.

Kham Ai sat down and paid respects in a strange way. As for the beautiful but stubborn princess

Now the tears were flowing down her face, the little footsteps walked back quickly.

As he wiped away the tears with both hands. A broken heart I don't understand why.

The prince had to be extremely angry like this. Even though you haven't done anything yet to be criticized.

With a small heart, I didn't get an answer. So he found a way to get the answer himself.

A noble princess writes a small letter and gives instructions to deliver it to the man at the destination.

The content of the letter was nothing special. Talking and getting to know each other

Mr. Sakphan's side also answered every letter from the princess.

Even though they didn't see each other like before, the two of them felt a connection that was even deeper than before.

“Godfather, can I please accompany you to the boxing stadium today? "

"Go. What is it that makes you want to go there today?"

The princess only smiled in response. Then followed the godfather to the boxing stadium.

The princess finally met the person she wanted to meet for so long.

Satisfaction spreads throughout every particle of the soul. just met face to face

It was difficult to prevent my eyes from seeing him. We stared at each other for just a moment.

I had to glance into the young man's arms and smile in surprise.

"I'm bringing a fighting cock breeder to present to the King."

There was no time for any questions to be asked. The princess finally got an answer that eased her suspicious expression.

Since last time, Princess Gonkaew has been strictly forbidden by Lord Bua Tong to come to the boxing stadium again.

and also gave instruction that A noblewoman should not even utter a word that is not her business.

To a lowly man Even if they were slaves or subordinates, from that day on

So he hardly spoke to anyone. In addition to the King and the people in the palace who were close to him.

"thank"

Another sport that the King liked was cockfighting. In my mind I thought for a moment.

I really admire this man.

Without noticing, his beloved daughter also admired this man greatly.

And if you knew the feelings of the princess and this young boxer,

All admiration It would surely disappear and disappear right there.

The princess still sends little letters back and forth to her favorite boxer.

and met each other from time to time When the princess asked to follow the godfather to the boxing stadium

Until 7 years had passed. Now the little princess She has grown into a young woman.

The beauty of Mr. Pilas is beyond description.

Any man who has been revealed must fall into the realm of love one by one.

Including the bond that has been firmly established for 7 years.

that exists between you and Mr. Sakphan

The length of time made the princess completely confident that

There is no one else who can compare to your first love...the man in your heart.

one night The moon is full and the circle is bright and clear. Such as the day the princess met the godfather for the first time.

That night, he dressed like a court maid. A small letter was handed to the young boxer.

When we met the other day The idea was to meet at the waterfront near Khum Luang.

“Where is this crystal ball going? It's already very dark here."

"Kham Ai..."

There was no time to escape anywhere. Kham Ai who is always watching over and serving me.

He walked in with many beautiful hand-woven cloths. The princess didn't intend to hide it.

But I don't want anyone to know about this plan.

So he pretended to divert his attention to the cloth in Kham Ai's hand instead.

"Kham Ai...what kind of cloth is that?" "

"Chao Nang Saen Kham Luang Let me bring these cloths for you to choose from.”

“So beautiful. Where is the goddess going to let her sister wear it? "

"Cut it out to use to welcome little Chaiyalanka."

“Is your uncle coming? When it came, I don't know at all."

“When it came, I am not sure. But this time I heard that it was about the glass lump.”

"Uncle will come to see you...why? "

Kham Ai was unable to answer that question. He could only shake his head.

He didn't want to answer any more questions from the princess. It's like you know something.

But he didn't say it directly. in any way

"I like this one. I really like it."

The princess caresses the bright red hand-woven silk. Silk threads are smooth and even. It glides very well.

After sitting there admiring him for a moment, he told Kam Ai to take this cloth and send it to be made for him.

When the opportunity arose, the princess who had been prepared just now

He walked not far behind Kham Ai.

He cut his way down the corridor, slowly hiding in a secret spot.

When a patrol soldier walked past In just a few moments, the little feet touched the place.

that you have made an appointment with someone without making the beautiful princess wait long

Someone was lurking in the area earlier. emerged from the bushes

The princess plans to marry a young boxer and is confident that

With all the love that fills your heart will make the godfather aware

And you can definitely accept this. But the thing that the princess never knew was that

There was no way a noble princess could marry a boxer.

Sakphan is well aware of this matter. and never thought of proposing to the princess

with the King frankly as well

Overflowing with happiness, mixed with tears

"What do you say, glass ball?!" "

A loud voice rang out and filled the whole place. Make any movement that is happening now

All stopped. Chao Luang Worachakrangsi's words were unacceptably harsh.

The servants passing by had their hands shaking. Especially Princess Rattanakonkaew

Who is the cause of this anger? Didn't make any predictions. to deal with things that have never been encountered

The beautiful princess had never even been criticized by the godfather. But this time it hit hard.

The heart and the spirit in the head scattering and disappearing together Many tears overflowed and couldn't be stopped.

A streak of fear rose up. Just the few words that the crystal ball had heard caused deep pain to the core of his heart.

Until there were many other words after that. cannot poke into your ears again.

Eyes overflowing with clear water Consciousness is painful and blurred. Eardrums ringing.

Unable to feel any further cruelty.

"be in low taste! "

The beautiful princess collapsed in front of her father. Aside from those blinded by anger

There was no one who did not feel sorry for him. Mother Princess Saen Kham Luang and Chao Aunt Bua Tong

Tonpri came in to help support the small body that had now collapsed on the floor to stand up again.

“Brother, after all, this is your son. Please cool down a bit."

Saying that, he wiped away tears for himself and his beloved grandchild at the same time. Chao Aunt Bua Tong

Who loves and takes care of Princess Chonkaew, her chest trembles with fear. Why is this child so stubborn?

He fought hard and taught all the time. that what should be and what should not be

Especially the love that your grandchild has for that young boxer.

The first time he saw it, his eyes looked to the side of the boxing stadium.

He knew for sure that his granddaughter had already given her heart to that boxer.

"Because it's like this? So your grandson has such a low-spirited mind! "

King Worachak ordered the men to take his youngest daughter and imprison her. Stay only in the dormitory.

Amidst the cries of moaning and begging From both the princess and everyone else

Weeping and screaming without opening our eyes. creating dejection for the people who began to gather to see

It is very much in that area. Because no one had ever seen the beautiful princess.

The pain had never been described before.

"mogul! Don't do this to your younger sibling...Godfather! "

But it's not effective. The decree remains unchanged.

Princess Rattanakonkaew now has no inner beauty left to decorate her face.

Having never encountered so many disappointments like this

His mind was therefore filled with endless questions.

'Why...is the godfather so cruel to the younger brother?'

'Why...is my love wrong?'

'Why...can't you choose to marry the man you love?'

dark mood Pulling out the words that the King had severely scolded.

Let it crawl back into the mind again.

'be in low taste...? '

'Is your love a low ambition? If love is forbidden

If it were as the godfather wished If you stop loving him will make the godfather happy

I want to stop myself from loving him...but I can't. I love him so much.

My sister has loved him for a long time. Time has already tied you to him. Almost since I can remember

My younger sister has always loved him. The fact that you love someone with all your heart

Has it made you into a low-minded person like that?'

Princess Rattanakonkaew let her thoughts flow along. With tears that overflow again and again

At that time, time and tears slowly flowed together.

Not long after, the ill-fated princess was unable to eat and sleep for 7 days and 7 nights.

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When the day of farewell Night has come. This Khum Luang has 3 floors.

And your room is a room where the wind blows. To be as cool as possible

which is located on the top floor of the house The wind seemed like it was meant to soothe my aching heart.

But it cannot help relieve the suffering of the captive of love at this time.

Silence enveloped the entire palace. But some people still can't close their eyes.

The sad princess sat in the same chair at the foot of the wide bed. Looking out the window

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Since a while ago The sound of something at the front of the room stirred the mind of the absent-minded person.

Come back and pay attention. The princess carried her dying body to the door and heard a sound similar to

Someone's familiar voice But I couldn't hear clearly.

So he put his ear to the closed door most of the time.

'....that was beaten to death by the King's men.'

'So are you still in the camp now? '

'I don't know, but Khampan told me. I haven't seen him for many days.'

'I don't think I will survive. By now he's definitely lying at the bottom of the pond.'

The princess who now uses her ear to the door My consciousness faded again.

The first tears slowly fell It poured down a stream on his white cheeks. Hands and feet tremble heavily.

Until finally there was no awareness at all.

'He's dead...the godfather killed him.'

His subconscious gathered together everything he had just heard. Grasp the meaning and summarize it.

Let Princess Gonkaew listen with difficulty Everything is gone. Questions that have been swirling around

The circle came back again and again, and this time the princess had no way to move forward.

Your ten directions are now dark. My heart was pounding and I was about to explode.

His breathing was labored, as if someone had strangled him. The blood in the body has dried up.

And my mind began to be unable to control me anymore.

The princess looked out the window again. And this time his two legs carried him out.

A body that hardly receives any nutrients Been here for a week

Slowly staggering towards the edge of the balcony. One weak leg He was grabbed by two arms and draped over the edge of the balcony.

The body slowly moved upright on the balcony. When you get into position, put your weight there.

It only took a few more moments before the other leg slowly lifted up.

The princess will now be able to meet the man she loves with all her heart.

Phenomena in this world If we humans only look at one aspect

will not be able to recognize the truth of reality that

…while the sun shines On the other side of the sky, the moon also appeared.

…while the beautiful flowers were blooming Flowers that bloomed before It is also fading.

…No matter how bright there is light, in this world there is still its opposite called darkness.

…good and bad

...fulfillment and disappointment

…white and black

Extreme suffering that I had never experienced before in 15 years.

An extremely valuable lesson that Princess Rattanakonkaew has never truly experienced.

And when one truth of life comes to visit Who can avoid it?

When you have never known, never practiced, when the unfortunate event has occurred beautiful heart

How can we cope?

"princess! "

Until in the last days You are still unable to go see your loved one.

Kham Ai who was standing outside talking to a fellow servant a moment ago. Has come to inspect orderliness

In the princess room like every day But then I had to be shocked. Because if the door is opened

Only a fraction of a second later. The heartbeat of the overlord that Kam Ai loved and admired must have stopped.

The loyal servant ran towards the owner of the room with great speed before he could grab him in time.

and picked up the thin body and brought it back down Two arms trembling His chest trembled and he cried, hugging the glass ball tightly.

The person who is currently being held together Wept and cried differently.

Two arms wrapped around him in response and he screamed out in extreme pain.

They consoled each other like that for a moment. Kham Ai left a guard at the door to watch over the princess.

And he rushed to invite Princess Saen Kham Luang in the middle of that night without fear of death.

The goddess of the region heard the story that happened just now.

He immediately hurried to his youngest daughter's bedroom.

"Glass cube, why did you do this?"

He said while patting his daughter's head. Equally excruciatingly painful.

All the time he was confined to his room. The goddess came to see and take care of her every day.

Including the Bua Tong as well.

However, the young princess's love sickness showed no signs of getting better.

“Konkaew, I know you are in pain. But don't do this again, child...don't do this to me again."

Ugh.

Mother's sobbing began to affect her ears.

Some of the princesses now Maybe because just now Saw Death send an invitation

You can arrive at the door. The love and sorrow of those around you began to have an effect.

came out to be seen more clearly

"He's dead...the godfather killed him."

Princess Saenkhamluang is very sorry for her daughter.

However, it cannot be answered whether it is true that the King took that man's life or not. With true ignorance

If you say it out loud saw that it was inappropriate to do

"Restrain your heart, lump of glass. Will he die or not? You cannot marry him.”

"Because you're a princess like that or a goddess...if that's the case, I don't want to be one."

“You shouldn't have said that. You are a princess. You are my mother's son.

Can't change And the person you really deserve. It should be..."

"Is this your younger sibling's fiancée?"

"Glass cube..."

"You heard the goddess talking with Uncle Bua Tong. The prince came this time.

You will come with your royal son to officially propose to your younger sibling, right?”

A beautiful daughter who was now adorned with extremely sad eyes.

He looked at the goddess Saen Kham Luang with a look of sorrow and pain. Questions that don't need an answer

Just like this, Princess Saen Kham Luang clearly knew her daughter's wishes.

Throughout these many days There is never a day. There will be no clear water in these eyes of the goddess's heart.

Princess Saen Kham Luang wiped away her daughter's tears with an equally sad heart.

while thinking that even though she was a young princess However, there must be a role and duty.

in helping the people This may mean reconciliation with Chiang Mai through marriage.

But your daughter, who is currently weeping on your chest,

Instead, he agreed to head towards death. Rather than giving in and following the will of the majority.

…sweet and beautiful But he is extremely resolute and unrivaled by anyone...

Even though she was the Empress Dowager But you are also the mother of the princess.

Princess Saenkhamluang held her breath and told a story that the princess had never heard before.

In fact, Goddess Saen Kham Luang has a grandson.

If now he is expelled from his estate then went to live in Phrae city

“If you ask for overwhelming beauty Mother could tell that you were as beautiful as you.

You pour a glass...your aunt. Beautiful like a gem shining bright

But instead, he is strong and unrivaled in determination.”

“Then why was Uncle Rinkaew exiled? ”

“Because she fell in love with a commoner. The same with you.”

The princess immediately listened intently. A question that has been floating around for many days.

It's as if you've received the answer. Actually, it's not just you alone.

Having love for those who shouldn't be loved It's like cool water bathing your body in the middle of a desert.

Even though I never knew that Princess Rinkaew existed before, but

Standing in the same place of feeling Instead, it made the princess feel very refreshed.

Just two days later Chao Nang Saen Kham Luang He made arrangements to prepare the people.

To follow the princess on her journey to Phrae city. This trip There cannot be a large procession.

because it was a stealth escape But the princess felt very relieved.

Because of Princess Rattanakonkaew Since the day I heard the story of Chao Rinkaew

There was a change in attitude. Even though he still had a sad face But there were no tears all the time like before.

In the concern of a mother for her child Can't find anything that can compare

No matter how worried I am in my heart When you have decided

We must let the daughter experience the truth of this world by herself.

“When I got there, Please give this letter to Rinkaew.

When she reads it, she will understand everything.”

The princess has only one soldier to accompany and guide her.

With a request from yourself Walking to different cities is extremely difficult.

But he had very strong encouragement. Like he didn't think he could have.

Many hardships and obstacles brought him to tears again and again.

But every time, I never thought of giving up and continuing to walk to reach my destination.

Three days to reach the destination It feels no different than three months ago.

Finally, the princess arrived at the entrance to Chao Rinkaew's house.

The entrance is separated by a large wooden gate. There was a large teak sign that said: 'Jindasawat'

The lush green forest area is so deep that you can barely see the house. Luckily, there was a gardener in the area.

The princess and her entourage asked to meet Chao Rinkaew. It's not too late to say anything.

was quickly invited into the house It created quite a surprise for the visitors.

And soon that doubt disappeared completely.

When the princess walked past many large trees and came inside.

and met...Chao Auntie Rinkaew

Just the first time I met There is no need to ask many questions at all.

They both just looked at each other in response. You can understand who the other party is. Chao Nang Saen Kham Luang

I have often written letters to tell stories about Nai Khum. And one of them is the story of the youngest daughter.

whose appearance is very similar to Chao Rinkaew

The princess saluted and gave the letter to Chao Rinkaew. When you have read to the fullest point

Prince Rinkaew ordered the princess to pick up the things she had brought with her. Follow him into the house.

Phra Phai Phat Buppepha

"I would like to volunteer to go there myself."

In a spacious room It was decorated with many valuable items.

A fine wooden table sits across almost the entire room. Men in khaki appeared sitting around in a meeting.

One of them was 'Nop Khamchansueb', a junior civil engineer.

Stationed in the Department of Highways, Phra Nakhon District

“I agree, sir. that we should send Khun Nop to be stationed there

After all, that was his hometown. He is naturally skilled and knows the route very well.

It will be very useful. to join in creating and calculating routes this time

To manage traffic problems in Phrae Province."

The quorum secretary expresses his opinion on this matter. and many others

When they heard the principles and reasons he gave to support them, they all looked at the faces of the people beside them.

Then they nodded in turn. The resolution at the meeting was therefore agreed that it was appropriate.

The order was immediately published in writing and Mr. Nop

Will be transferred to Phrae Province as soon as possible.

“I thank you very much, Mr. Santi. for supporting me to return home."

“I'm just telling the truth. as a colleague

I see that you are a talented person and you have always told me that.

Don't you want to go back and develop your hometown? Even if you don't volunteer. I was thinking of nominating you anyway.”

Traveling from north to south is difficult. Even though they changed from using horse-drawn carriages to cars.

Been here for a while now and the travel route from Phitsanulok to various Lanna cities

It is necessary to use the Phrae Province route as a transit route. Even in the north at this time there were still people using horse-drawn carriages.

or a large number of carts

Whenever there is an important event taking place in Lanna Province This incomplete path

It has created a lot of trouble in traveling for the general public.

Especially those who have to regularly trade between cities.

Traveling long distances during the rainy season can be said to be extremely compassionate.

Engineer from Phra Nakhon Finally arriving in their homeland.

He moved to Bangkok when he was in school. When he graduated, he immediately joined the government service there.

The city of Phrae at this time was very strange to him. His house is not in the city district.

Father still works as a general contractor. As for mother, she cooks food and sells it in the fresh market in the morning.

When he saw his only son again I felt extremely satisfied and proud.

With his success in his career and his son's return to live in Phrae together.

"You haven't gone to work yet, son?"

"He gave him a few days to rest."

“Good, today his father has to go cut wood for his stepfather. If you want to go out and open your eyes and ears. Go with his father."

When eating the food that I miss so much, it's all gone.

The technician had only happiness on his face. I traveled to the famous elephant camp of my stepfather.

The address was not far from their home.

'Jindasawat'

“His stepfather is very rich, Dad. The house is really big."

When coming inside The followers were very amazed. He didn't expect that in Phrae Province

There will be a house as big as this. It's also very beautiful.

The owner of the house didn't come out to welcome him. Only a neatly dressed maid came out.

Talked with Nop's father for a moment. The pair then helped carry the equipment and walked to the area that needed to be worked on.

Nop helped his father prune the branches of a large tree all day. Even though I'm tired

But I felt fun for a while. It's like the days when I was a child running around in the garden and in the forest have come back again.

I thought about the fun in my heart for a short time. The beautiful owner of the house came out to ask.

“How are you, Mr. Fatty? Do you want to take a break first?"

The man who was diligently helping his father looked towards the sound. I met a middle-aged woman.

A face as beautiful as a painting The woman looked back and said hello.

"Son?"

"Yes, madam. Pay respects to madam Sinop."

The technician raised his hand in humility. Mr. Uan, the lumberjack, said that his son

Just returned to be stationed at Phrae. So I took him out and opened my eyes and ears. and introduced him to Khun Rinkaew

Stepfather's wife adds Mr. Uan's employer is here.

The host rejoiced over Mr. Uan's son, Apichat, for a while.

I excused myself to go back and check on the orderliness in the house.

Even though some wrinkles have appeared on the face But it couldn't catch my eye.

Of Mr. Chang Nop, please stay away. Until the owner of the house walked out of sight.

He returned to concentrate on helping his father.

As for the stepmother, whose beauty is beyond description. When walking into the house

He continued walking until he passed through another house. through a small connector

The sound of water splashing when poured onto a hot pan that was lit on fire beneath.

Stepmother went to a corner of the kitchen and saw a young woman with a face similar to her own.

He was using a sharp knife to peel onions until his eyes were bloodshot, so he walked over to him.

"Still haven't stopped crying, have you?"

"Not yet. I've been peeling this all morning and the stinging in my eyes still hasn't gone away."

The Rinkaew twitched a soft smile at the corner of his mouth. The little grandchild replied only innocently.

Didn't understand the meaning that the prince wanted to convey at all.

Three months ago, Princess Rinkaew met her real grandchild for the first time.

Along with a letter from my sister The meaning is that This little princess was very unlucky.

Since birth, she has been taken care of by the people in Khum very well.

Never once had he suffered a mental injury.

Then something terrible happened. When a princess falls in love with an ordinary person

The King punished her severely. She couldn't bear it so she tried to take her own life.

With so much love for your child Princess Saen Kham Luang was unable to teach her youngest daughter how to grow up.

and have a strong mind So he asked Chao Rinkaew to help with the business.

Teach this little child To grow up to be as strong and beautiful as Chao Rinkaew.

When I finished reading the sister's letter, A feeling that was difficult to express poured in.

'Now you are a normal person, Konkaew, remember that.'

That's all Princess Rinkaew said. Then he sent the former princess into her room.

In the house of the servant of the stepfather who was planted next to the kitchen.

Rattanakonkaew started her first job by cleaning the private room that was full of dust and cobwebs.

Soft and smooth hands, never touching a broom to rub. The condition at first when people came to see it was therefore not very pleasant.

Even though the dust remains and how much sweat will pour down When all missions are completed

A smile appeared on the face that had been sad for many days.

There was a strange lightness in his heart.

That has made it since then. Konkaew never took part in any work that Chao-un ordered again.

But for some things it is not easy to deal with. Walking in the fresh market for the first time

This made the glass ball dizzy so much that he vomited nonstop. She was like that a few times.

Even so, Chao Rinkaew still ordered her to go to the market every day.

Until now The glass cube had already gotten used to the unpleasant smell.

“In two days, Mr. Serm will have an important guest to meet. I ordered Chang Tiao to make a gift.

Tomorrow morning after the market is finished paying. Stop by and get things from Chang Tiao's shop for me."

"Yes, Uncle Rinkaew."

The young woman accepted the request. Then he bent down to continue peeling the onions.

Chang Tiao shop is at the end of the market. Do whatever the customer wants as much as you can.

Chang Tiao likes to invent. It is widely known to wealthy people.

A glass cube holding a large basket with various types of vegetables inside walked into Chang Tiao's shop with difficulty.

“Is that Chang Tiao? I've come to get the things that Mr. Rinkaew ordered to make."

A clear voice greeted someone who was looking down at something at the table inside the shop.

A young man with a sharp face and two-toned skin looked up at the glass cube with a wide-eyed expression.

I don't know how much time has passed. That young man didn't look away for even a second.

"Are you here to pick up something for your stepmother?"

After a while there was another man. A plump, white-skinned person walked out from the back of the shop and greeted the visitors.

The girl nodded lightly and smiled. and turned back to the other man who was still staring at him without taking his eyes off.

The owner of this face is being stared at. Something arose in my heart...really rude.

When the glass cube received the item, it didn't wait. Quickly walk away from the man who looked like a psycho.

with the fastest speed When the young woman walked out of sight Someone just recently regained consciousness.

"Who or what?"

Mr. Chang Nop asked Chang Tiao with difficulty. Because he just realized that just moments ago he wasn't breathing.

"I don't know. My stepmother's relatives poured a glass."

"I said, why is the face so familiar?"

From that day on When is Mr. Chang Nop free from work responsibilities?

I would like to accompany my father to the stepfather's elephant camp as well every time.

But there was never a time when I was able to meet the face of... the woman in my heart.

"What's wrong, child? You've been sitting here confused for the past few days."

The fat man's wife asks about her son's strange condition. Lately, I've often been sitting absent-minded.

And smile alone Finally he knew the truth. His beloved son

He fell in love with a bright-faced young woman in the house of a famous stepfather.

However, no matter how many times I followed Mr. Uan to the elephant camp, I never had the chance to see him again.

So he could only sit here, sleepwalking and delirious.

“Where did you find that child? Have you tried looking again yet?”

Just one sentence of mother's loose advice. It made Mr. Technician feel like he had thought of something.

The next holiday morning Mr. Chang Nop also went to Chang Tiao's shop, his childhood friend again.

Sitting there from morning until night Still haven't found the face I've been looking for. So he finally gave up and walked home.

At first, that good feeling was still simmering in my heart. It is beautiful and fluffy.

But then time can blow everything away. Until the intention of meeting

Once again from Mr. Chang Nop For the next several months, officials from the Department of Highways

Haven't met the face I miss so much. The duties he received were not heavy.

Both the adaptability and the care that is given to his own work. Those things were divided

Almost all of his time was gone.

Time pours in willingly.

"Nop, tomorrow before going to work. Can you help mom take things to sell at the market first?

His father had a job in the city. You have to leave before dawn."

Mr. Fat's wife makes a request to her son Cooked food to be sold at the morning fresh market

There are many pots of curry. Every day Mr. Uan had to help his wife load the cart.

to sell in the morning market before he went to work for hire

Mr. Chang Nop nodded and accepted his mother's words with a smile.

He got up and shifted to his mother's lap and pillow.

Lately, I've been tired from taking care of the trails that are being improved.

It is continuous. He hardly talked to his family members.

Until everything is finished It took several months.

So he had the opportunity to support his mother like now.

Every time I feel tired and discouraged. He often had an idea occur in his mind.

If he could see that young woman's face just one more time Or if it's possible

On days where I hardly get any rest There's that girl who's always there to support me.

This body that is currently weary

It will definitely come back to be energetic and lively like a person who just got a good night's sleep.

Even if it's just a floating thought

But every time I think of it He will come back with strength. To fight the burden is incredible.

"Who is really influential?"

The next morning in the fresh market Department of Highways officials help mother

Lift the pot from the cart. Then his eyes suddenly fell on a young woman.

He felt that it was very familiar. When there is a quorum of consciousness again It occurred to me that

This young woman was the woman in his heart. And it was the same as last time.

In her hand, she held a large basket of fruits and vegetables.

Mr. Chang Nop rushed to help his mother put the items up for sale and didn't wait.

Two legs walked quickly towards someone who was struggling with something in his hand.

"Do you want me to help you carry it?"

A young woman looks down and picks green leafy vegetables. He raised his head and looked towards the source of the sound.

And then met a man which she couldn't remember when she'd known her

His eyes sparkled brightly and he looked at the whole thing. This man was wearing khaki clothes.

It must have been a government official who had met his stepfather in the elephant camp.

"Thank you, but I can carry it. I'd rather not disturb you."

She replied politely. A small smile was given honestly.

But then that smile gradually turned into an aloof smile instead. When the expression and eyes look like this

It started to make her realize that Who is this person? And where have you ever met?

She turned back to picking vegetables. Quickly put it in the cart, pay and walk away.

'This man again...?'

Mr. Chang Nop gestured to follow along. But he heard his mother calling out to him first.

A man in government uniform asked his mother if she had ever seen the young woman.

Received an answer that revealed a smile on the young man's face saying 'I see it regularly'.

She comes here every day. Most of them come to buy fresh produce.

The civil engineer's heart trembled. Even though I really didn't think that we would meet again.

With joy in my chest He hugged his mother. and gave two big kisses on the cheek

Then finally asked to take leave from work.

That's right, as he understood. Just to meet you again He felt that

This world is so bright and inviting. He smiled all the way.

From morning until night, there was nothing that day. That would make him upset.

When I finally found it Since that day Mr. Chang Nop also volunteered.

Go help your mother at the market before going to work every morning. And like every day that he will look for the beautiful woman of his dreams

'Come again'

Konkaew thought to himself as he lowered his head to pick the fruit.

Mr. Chang Nop walked in to say hello and asked to help carry things.

The most handsome technician from Phra Nakhon try your best

It took him a month. Before the basket in the girl's hand came into his hand

She did not appear to be consenting or willing. But on that day the sky and rain seemed to be unfavorable.

Including the things you have to buy is very heavy. In the end

Having someone to help carry the basket and hold the umbrella helps a lot.

From then on I never had to carry a basket to go to the market by myself again.

“Konkaew, someone came to see my grandchild. I'll wait inside."

The beautiful stepmother of the elephant camp was waiting for her granddaughter at the door of the house.

Konkaew walked in with the man who came here every day.

In his hand, the young man handed a large basket back to her. Konkaew raised his hand in thanks and asked to enter the house.

The young technician paid respects to his host and walked away.

Without noticing that The host's expression now had a hint of worry hidden in it.

"Your Majesty, let me bring this letter to you, Mr. Gon Kaew."

"Kham Ai!"

The beautiful princess that Kham Ai met two years ago. A lot has changed.

Here, it appears that there are some feelings that can be felt from both the eyes and the gestures.

Konkaew rushed over and hugged Kham-ai. A nanny who has taken close care of me like an older sister for 15 years.

The letter sent directly to the princess reads:

It has been two and a half years since the princess fled from Khum Luang.

Now is the time to go home. The King himself was sad and sad.

When he found out about the princess' attempt to take her own life

and concluded in the letter saying

He did not take action against the boxer in her heart until she died.

Just teaching in a violent way at that time resulted in anger.

Then sent him back to Chiang Mai.

"Is he not dead yet?"

"Yes sir."

"Has he contacted you?"

The princess only received a gentle shake of her head from Kam Ai.

Just a little more time ago It would surely be his life. Who would still dare to contact me?

“There is only this letter that was sent at the beginning of last year.”

The front looks beautiful. visibly depressed Even though a long time has passed

Even though the glass cube has grown and become stronger, But how can the first love in my heart be forgotten?

That feeling of love I still have it in my heart, but

Two years ago...

The pain was eased by a man. who diligently watches over

Cherish and care every day. Until there may be some days

The love that she remembered from her first love Has been forgotten from time to time

"Little sister, please give me some time to think, Kham Ai."

The wind is blowing It hits the hair beautifully and smoothly. The fragrance spreads all around.

The pain that I once had Buried in the heart It's so painful that it's hard to forget.

Until now Even though everything seems smooth But deep down

Can a little heart really let go of everything?

“Still not asleep or a lump of glass?”

“Uncle Rinkaew…”

Let your mind wander for just a short while. Someone who is like

The second mother walked over and sat beside her at a wooden table near the empty courtyard next to the main house.

The small piece of paper in his hand was quickly folded down.

“I can't sleep.”

“Are you thinking about the King?”

“Or do you miss Mr. Nop?”

“No!”

The answer immediately came back to the Stepmother of the Elephant Camp in a fierce tone.

When you meet eyes that seem to see everything, you inevitably have to look away.

“Gonkaew, I'll be honest. I saw Mr. Nop's intentions and was excited in my heart.

Stepfather is also pleased. If the grandchild agrees to have a relationship with him Even though I don't have any royal title.

But he has a stable job. Throughout the past two years Never once did I cause my grandchildren to be tarnished.

I'm really asking, does Konkaew love him at all?”

"...No, I don't love him."

“Grandma, do you love Grandpa?”

“No, Grandma doesn't love him.”

Young girl in high school uniform Watching her grandmother peeling shallots on the bench.

Even though he is 88 years old, the beauty on his face still shines through.

It is clearly seen that when she was a young woman, her grandmother must have been very beautiful.

The night is long, unable to resist the trembling

Rattanakonkaew kept her eyes open all night. A very difficult decision at this time.

Made her think back to that day.

...The day I decided to leave this world with a broken heart.

Then, the image of gloom in all ten directions Someone's face appeared.

Someone she never expected or dreamed of. The person who stays beside you Help and support

Since the time she still had a hurt heart Two lives that support and inspire me

It's a light that lights the way for you to slowly follow. until out of darkness

And at that time Rattanakonkaew has made the most important decision in his life.

“Kham Ai is waiting for you here first. I'll be back soon."

The young woman picked up a large basket and walked out of the house early in the morning.

To go to the market like every day When walking out to the front gate of the house

I met someone who was already waiting.

But today something was strange. The princess felt like she had a lump.

Stuck in the throat In the chest, it seems like it's being pressed down. My heart trembled like never before.

When silence covers the boundary It's hard to have any one person.

Can be easily overcome One side didn't dare to ask.

Because of fear that the other party will not want to let you know.

The other party looked like he was gathering his courage to say something.

“Khun Nop, can I ask you a question?”

When suddenly a long silence was interrupted by a clear voice

Mr. Chang Nop began to feel relieved. When the person who is walking next to you right now What has been said?

"yes"

“Do you love me?”

“I…uh.”

The man in official uniform was stunned by the question he didn't expect to hear.

The answer was stammered, evasive, and embarrassed, not knowing where it was coming from.

The more you look at the questioner who is staring directly at me

The more it makes the handsome young man to the point of losing his condition.

Can't speak, can't tell. He could only nod his head dejectedly.

He took a few deep breaths. To bring consciousness back

And just as the technician's excitement was about to subside,

He must return to his condition again. When listening to the next sentence

“Khun Nop, do you want to marry your younger sister?”

Conclusion

'...I wish good luck to Nong Konkaew. I love you always...Sakphan'

The little letter in his hand was folded again. The first time this letter from the young boxer arrived

Kham Ai hadn't opened it before and read what the gist was. Now permission has been received directly from the owner.

While driving back to Khum Luang, I took the opportunity to read it. In his heart, he felt pity for the princess he loved that never faded.

No matter how deep and heartfelt the letter is The important point is that The one who sent him was about to be married.

It would probably cause quite a bit of pain in the heart of the reader.

“Sorry, Kham Ai. But I probably won't go back to Khum again.”

..Happy Birthday to you...

All of a sudden!

When the song has ended A heavy breath was also blown out in a stream.

Two lights decorated on a large pandan cake. The fluorescent lights were turned on.

To light up again A smile graced a face full of wrinkles.

Yet beauty still appears. The sound of blessings continued to come from both children.

and many adults Both hands shake slightly Raise your head to pay respects. Bless your children and grandchildren with happiness.

“Grandfather, I want to eat cake. Great-grandfather cut it off."

The voice of a 7-year-old boy whispered in his ear. No matter what, both hands still reached out to help Dutian 88 out of the cake.

"Wait a minute, Attha. Great-grandfather hasn't allowed it yet."

The little boy's smile fell when he was edified by his mother. It didn't take long for him to smile again and smile big again.

It was similar to the person who had been scolded just now. I have forgotten everything.

Two young women cut the cake together Then distributed it to all the people sitting in the banquet hall.

The music continued for a long time. A special day that brings all the relatives together.

...Grandma Konkaew's birthday anniversary

The sound of children running around and playing loudly and the sound of loud music

The chaos of over twenty people living in the banquet hall It made Varee feel very dizzy.

Including the employees who are providing services as well.

“Traffic is congested, take cover.”

Varee, the granddaughter who is currently in high school, looks at her grandmother.

who moved to sit in the corner of the room and look at the chaos with a smile So she walked in to talk.

Thinking that this is probably the most peaceful corner right now.

“Looks like they had a lot of fun.”

The young woman followed her grandmother's gaze. He found that the boy who had eaten all the cake.

Grandma's two granddaughters were having fun running around playing catch.

Grandma looked at Varee and nodded in response in a good mood.

"I really miss you, Grandpa."

Grandma gave a sad smile. When I heard my grandchild say those words It's been so long

with stories that have passed for 71 years, but similar to that The event just happened yesterday.

The grandfather that the grandchildren miss It's been eight years since you left. But that consideration has never faded for a day.

Amidst the music that is now resounding

An image suddenly floated into the mind of the woman with a sad smile.

In a wooden house raised high from the floor Twenty-eight year old woman

Place a large basket on the back of an old bicycle parked in the basement.

A large rope was used to keep the basket from falling. When everything is arranged until it's in place.

She shouted to her eldest son. He is now 10 years old and is rocking in a cradle that he made.

Made from many pieces of fabric sewn together. The boy answered his mother

"Take good care of him, Boon. If Buatum comes home from school, give him something to eat."

"Yes, mother! "

The cradle was rocked continuously. until the little child sleeping inside Now close your eyes.

It is a symbol indicating that it is time for Boon to get up and do something else. The big brother of the house is Nam Pla Tu.

and the seasonings for making chili paste walked into the kitchen and the fire went His eyes glanced at someone.

who is sleeping soundly in the crib all the time Not long ago, the mackerel and chili paste that everyone around here

Said it was so delicious that you couldn't find it anywhere else, it was placed on a wooden table in the middle of the house and covered with a cheesecloth.

"Has Mom come back yet?"

“I'm back, Dad. Mom's sales were good today, so I returned quickly."

The Highway Department engineer is now the chief.

He walked into the house with a surprised expression on his face. When the wife who now has a career

She is a vendor at the pork butcher at the market, returning home earlier every day.

No matter how tiring selling pigs is

A wife's duties still must appear. Two hands that were once smooth and soft Now it's rough.

and full of scars from sharp objects.

Those two hands still used a rag moistened with water and wiped it along the edge of the bed.

"Is it selling well today? "

Father of six little children Walk into the bedroom and take off your uniform.

From a set that looks dignified Changed into a white round neck t-shirt full of torn marks.

baggy pants He tied his waist with his favorite loincloth and asked his wife.

who are concentrating on cleaning

"yes"

"It's really good if it sells well like this every day. You won't have to go home in the dark."

"I want to sell well every day. Come home often in the evening. Soon Brother Nop will run away and have few people first."

"Glass cube! "

From Mr. Chang Nop's first smile Immediately transformed into a grim face.

When listening to a sentence that makes you upset I don't understand why I feel so angry.

that his wife spoke out like this On the wife's side, when he thought of just teasing,

Seeing that her husband's face was serious, he put down the rag and walked closer.

"Well, Brother Noppara loves you. Because she's beautiful, right? "

"yes"

"And if one day you're old, you won't be beautiful anymore, will Brother Nop still love you like that?" "

Mr. Chang Nop gave a straight answer to that question, out of anger at first.

Now two hands reached out and held the rough hand of the beautiful wife.

and held tightly, lovingly His eyes were focused and answered, similar to the day they first met.

"...until the last breath of my life."

Every beauty in this world appears and then spirals into darkness.

Then, goodness appeared in the world again. It continues like this over time.

And as long as the clock hands move There is no end to arising and ending.

The same is true for every life that is born. All have their own definite lifespans.

Although usually Almost no one can know the exact day and time that they will die.

But it's definitely obvious. That is, one day it will have to expire. and leave this world

The words told on an ordinary day once told to Mr. Chang Nop's beloved wife.

actually happened Because even the last moment of your breath has come withered hand

Still holding onto someone's hand tightly Sixty-three years he spent together with his beloved wife.

How much love did you feel on the first day? The last day was no different.

Even though I know with all my heart that this day will come

And if he could make one wish The technician probably begged for more time on this earth.

One more day To keep an eye on the beloved face Let it remain in your mind a little more unforgettably.

“Grandma doesn't love Grandpa. So why did you marry your grandfather?”

Varee asked her grandmother who was sitting with her eyes closed and thinking about the past.

The birthday person opened his eyes with watery eyes. Then he said to his granddaughter,

“Because at that time, Grandma made the decision.”

Hands that are constantly trembling due to old age Instead, he was shaking harder than ever before.

With my heart now trembling Many things have settled over time.

But when the clear water that is filled with sediment is stirred up by foreign objects,

Those sediments are ready to float up and appear clearly again.

Tears that were suppressed Cannot be quarantined any more. When the important part of the sediment

has floated above the rest Grandma sobbed and silently wiped away her tears.

The only one who noticed It's the good grandchild who wants to know everything about everything.

“Does Grandma regret her choice to marry Grandpa?”

Because of the answer received It doesn't mean the word love in any way.

The granddaughter then understood that Grandma cried because she was sad that she had made that decision that day.

“Oh Waree...Grandma, I'm not crying because I regret choosing my grandchild's grandfather.

Tears are not always the only representation of pain. It's been so long since we've been together.

Now he's gone. So Grandma cried. because I miss him Today Grandma turns eighty-eight.

Soon Grandma will be able to see her grandchild again.”

The granddaughter was silent as she listened. Even though I don't understand much But the feeling is so overwhelming that you can feel it.

It made her chest feel sad and warm at the same time.

The love, the bond that she had never experienced.

How beautiful it was to see it through the perspective of her beloved grandmother right now.

Indeed, every soul wanders alone. Traveling through different times and worlds

When revolving around one life That soul will meet many other souls and come and get to know them.

get acquainted spend time together and finally had to say goodbye to each other

It may come in the form of friends, lovers, or even children.

The long journey of Rattanakonkaew It can be said that we are close to our destination.

On the way past Never expected to end up here.

The journey began from the day she first met Goddess Worachakrangsi and Goddess Saen Kham Luang.

Not long after that The journey also made her meet the first love of her heart.

She learned happiness from that love that lasted for seven years.

But above all else She has learned happiness. Sadness and Separation from last love

And it was a love that lasted for eleven years together.

If this long journey will end soon It was worth it.

with everything that has come and gone And this is her version of a love story.

A love that is more than sweetness and sweetness to the heart.

A love that even time cannot take away.

A love that has been shaped by tears of joy and sorrow until today.

Step by step love

And it's love More than the word love...anything

Rattanakon Kaew

...finish...