Chapter 078

"I was unproductive at the office all day because I couldn't focus. My mind was preoccupied with thoughts of Miguel Ice.

"What's bothering you?" Raven asked, concerned.

"Nothing," I replied simply.

"Are you sure? You've been sitting there all day, deep in thought. What's on your mind?" Raven inquired.

"Nothing! Just forget it!" I grabbed my bag, about to leave when someone opened the door. We both looked over. I wish I hadn't seen who it was.

"Is that you? You're early today," Raven asked the newcomer curiously.

"I always leave at this time," he replied. "Why do you look upset?" He came over to me. "Let's go." He took my bag and left immediately. I couldn't even say goodbye to Raven in the rush.

"Wait!" I exclaimed, unable to keep up with his fast pace.

"Why?" He looked at me and stopped. "What's wrong?" he asked, worried.

"Can you slow down?" I saw surprise in his eyes, so I repeated, "Stop what you're doing." Instead of answering, he led me to a café inside the building, as