The room for imagination just blew up as soon as the door shut.
Theo lit a cigarette and exhaled a puff of smoke against the wall, letting it swirl around Electronic music and ambient lights were all mashed up inside the room, creating a lively and noisy atmosphere âEllinor, got any job plans after graduation?â
Even though they were pretty close. Moran still had to raise his voice for people around him to catch his words.
Upon hearing Moranâs question, Ellinor straightened herself up and replied loudly, âStill figuring it out!
But Moran, arenât you supposed to be in school right now. What brings you here?â
Moran pursed his lips shyly. âWell, a few friends of mine who are graduating this year invited me.â
Ellinor nodded, indicating she got it.
But in reality, Moran came explicitly for her. Once Ellinor graduated, it would be harder for him to see her. He had been crushing on Ellinor for three years, ever since he saw her during first year, and his feelings never wavered. That morning, he finally worked up the courage to confess his feelings but was gently rejected by Ellinor. He didnât give up though. As long as Ellinor was still single, he had a shot!
âEllinor, letâs have a toast! No matter what job you choose in the future, Iâll always strive to learn from you!â Moran picked up two glasses of wine, handing one to Ellinor.
Ellinor took the beautiful cocktail, smiling. âNo need to learn from me. You should strive for yourself.
You got this!â
The loud electronic music drowned out the clinking of glasses.
Ellinor raised her glass with a smile, but before she could even take a sip of the sweet liquor, a slender hand suddenly reached out and took her glass away âNo drinking when youâre out.â
Ellinor looked up to see Theoâs stern and cold face. She was surprised initially, then frowned, âWhy are you still here?â
The girlâs displeasure and rejection were all captured by the man.
Theo said coldly, Iâm here to pick you up.â
His voice was not loud but deep and powerful, piercing through the noisy environment into her ears.
Pick her up? But she had only been there for less than half an hour!
Ellinor was puzzled, âWhat time is it now? Mr Blanchet, didnât I tell you already? We have a class reunion today. We might stay out late.â
Theo frowned, âJust because itâs a class reunion, you can drink as much as you want?â
Mr Blanchet was too controlling! She knew her limits and how much she could drink. What was wrong with drinking with friends when she was in a good mood?
Moran was stunned. This powerful man, he had seen him in the morning. He seemed to be a relative of Ellinorâs A So, he quickly stood up and explained, âUncle Ellinor, you donât need to worry! This is a cocktail with a shallow alcohol content. It wonât get anyone drunk. And even if Ellinor drinks too much, Iâll be responsible for sending her home!â
Theo raised his eyebrow. âYouâll send her home?â
Moran nodded confidently, âYes! So you can rest assured and leave. Iâve got Ellinor covered!â
Theoâs lips curled up in a slight smile, âLeave her to you? Who the hell are you to her?â
Moranâs face turned awkward. âUm. I am a classmate of Ellinorâ