Rise did not pay attention to the gossip and talk around him. No one bothered him either. His temper was practically known to all.
The Union members were used to it, and the others were wary.
None were approaching the area around him. Except those familiar with him. Just like these three...
"You're here being a loner again," the familiar loud voice of Alphen ran in Rise's ears. He did not look up but let him stand beside him.
"Stop bothering him, Alphen," Nikolai reprimanded, but as usual, Alphen would not listen. It was not like Rise was bothered.
"What do you think happened?" Nikolai then turned to Ayen, holding Yvez's hand.
This time, Rise finally lifted his head. Alphen clicked his tongue but did not say anything more. The four of them huddled in one corner.
"How would I know?" Rise shrugged at him. His mood was not that bad, but not good either. The three noticed it and did not press either.
