115. Drunk

Gerald kept his promise. He only slept in Ariana's room for about an hour, and afterward, he appeared refreshed and ready to resume his activities. Ariana escorted Gerald to the front door, an unusual gesture for her, but she did it reluctantly due to Gerald's insistence. She could only comply, furrowing her brow in the process.

Upon returning to the room, Ariana found Adel already there. The young adult, always teasing, looked at Ariana. "Aww, aren't you two just being romantic," the girl said. Ariana rolled her eyes. "If you want to be romantic, don't do it in public. Some people might get affected." Adel glanced at Amber, who responded with a dismissive gesture. "But, Mba Amber, where have you been all this time?" Adel asked curiously, not one to hold her tongue. Despite the displeased look on Amber's face, it seemed like Adel intentionally wanted to provoke Amber further.

"Adel," Ariana warned. Adel turned and closed her mouth tightly. "Have the others arrived?" Ariana inquired,