Faye explains what “Faen” (แฟน – boyfriend/girlfriend) and “Partner” mean to her.
Faye: …okay… you can do everything that couples do.
But to actually call someone your faen, that’s different.
To me, it means being able to share everything.
Can you share your feelings?
Can you truly be there for each other?
…That’s what a faen is.
But if you use the word partner, I’m okay with that.
A partner isn’t exactly faen, not just a friend, and not just a nong either.
It’s a partner in feelings.
A partner in everything.
It’s a little softer than calling someone your faen.
That’s why I like the word partner.
Honestly, giving someone the title of faen is difficult, and it’s not something I can answer immediately.
I don’t know what being a faen means for other people.
It’s not just about meeting someone…
…doing everything couples do…
…and then suddenly saying, “We’re faen now.”
Just because you like someone or let your emotions lead you doesn’t mean you should keep going from one person to another.
For me, it’s about staying with one person.
Will they still accept me when I’m not at my best?
When I’m sick and being really fussy?
For example, if there’s an omelet with rice…
…but I suddenly want rice porridge instead.
I’ll complain.
I’ll get grumpy.
Can they accept that?
Will they understand me?
Voice: You didn’t use to think this deeply before.
Faye: Well… I’ve grown up.
