It was midnight when heavy rain started to fall. Hansel drove back to the mansion and parked the car, but he didn't want to get out.Staring at the house right in front of him, he realized the place was no longer a "home" without Miranda. He now felt nothing but an emptiness.He then pulled out a ci
"Hans, let me help you tie your tie," said Ingrid."Heh… I'm wearing a black shirt today."Ingrid paused, looking puzzled. "I know that."Forget it. Hansel gave up. He thought there was no point in continuing the conversation when they couldn't even agree on simple things.A black shirt with a mixed
"Yeah, Zach's here too."Hansel said, "Location?""The usual spot.""I'll be there in 15."…In the bar, the music blared, filled with tacky lyrics. As the door to the private room closed, it felt like stepping into a separate world."Hey, Hans! You made it," Zach greeted. He had an arm around a cur
Calvin stood up to find a quiet spot to take the call, but Hansel and Zach simultaneously pressed down on his shoulders, keeping him in place.Hansel gestured for everyone to keep quiet, while Zach quickly turned off the music. The speed and coordination of their actions were almost too perfect.Cal
Calvin knew Miranda didn't want to owe Zach any favors, so he stepped in, making the decision for her. After all, he was only asking—there was no guarantee it would work out."Alright then, Miranda, get some rest. I'm hanging up now," Calvin said and ended the call."Man, look at you, all eager and
Zach said, "That time at the hotel, remember how you helped me out. I'm the kind of person who pays back favors. Even though you and Hansel broke up, a favor is a favor. I have to return it."He had been out smoking two cigarettes for about 10 to 20 minutes, and yet Miranda hadn't thought of calling
Calvin nodded without hesitation. "Yeah, I keep in touch with Miranda often. Why, what's the issue?"Zach narrowed his eyes slightly, as if he could see through everything. "I know what you're trying to figure out.""Whether it's Cal keeping in touch with Miranda or me stepping in to help her today,
When Martha turned, Ingrid immediately put on a smile."Thank you, Martha, for taking care of Hansel. I'm tired, so I'll go to bed now," she said before casually turning and leaving the kitchen.Martha was left puzzled. "What's going on?" she thought.Ingrid used to compete for the chance to bring h