Richie Took Her Away

Richie felt uncomfortable when Odette tried to make physical contact with him. The woman touched and lightly rubbed the back of Richie's hand. He tried to pull his hand resting on the table, wanting to end the disturbing physical contact.

"Odette, I'm sorry, I don't think this is worth continuing," Richie said in a low voice, trying to free himself from Odette's advances.

However, Odette remained adamant, ignoring Richie's attempt to withdraw his hand from her touch.

"Richie, until now I was still confused about what made you want to marry Sharlynn. Was she ever attractive in your eyes?" she asked with a curious look.

Richie raised one eyebrow in response. "To drive away the loneliness, perhaps. After I parted with the lover I loved."

While they were engaged in an increasingly complicated conversation, the restaurant's ambiance was getting increasingly romantic, with the dim lights and the matching music. However, Richie suddenly said goodbye.

"Sorry, Odette, I have to go. I still ha