At a well-known gay massage parlor in Taipei, 40-year-old Ah-Jian met 28-year-old Ah-Jie. Ah-Jian had originally booked an aromatherapy massage just to relieve his fatigue, but when he saw Ah-Jie for the first time, quiet ripples stirred in his heart. Ah-Jie’s kind, warm smile, combined with his professional and considerate technique, relaxed not only Ah-Jian’s body but also soothed his spirit.

After that first massage, Ah-Jian became a regular. Sometimes after a session they would find a small restaurant and eat while chatting. Ah-Jie would carefully ask about Ah-Jian’s physical condition and remind him of the importance of taking care of himself, while Ah-Jian often brought tonics or small gifts for Ah-Jie, urging him to rest and not overwork.

One weekend, Ah-Jie took the initiative and invited Ah-Jian to go shopping together. They tried on clothes at a department store and teased each other like a long-standing couple. When Ah-Jian saw a coat that Ah-Jie liked, he secretly bought it for him; moved, Ah-Jie’s eyes reddened and he softly said, “With you here, I’m truly happy.”

As time passed, massages were no longer the only reason. They accompanied each other with care and, through everyday attentiveness, quietly wove a steady, long-lasting affection. Although they were twelve years apart in age, in each other’s eyes they saw only gentleness and cherishing. They knew this connection had come at just the right time.