Karl's lips curved with a small, knowing smile, and he inclined his head once more before leaving me to my thoughts.
Not long after he left, my phone lit up, Zayn's name glowing across the screen. I answered immediately, his voice coming through, soft but cheerful. He was calling to let me know he was on his way to the restaurant.
"Okay, baby," I said, a small smile tugging at my lips just hearing him. "Will you be coming back to the house later?"
He paused before answering, "No… one of my friends is celebrating a birthday tonight, so we all decided to hang out together."
I leaned back on the bed, imagining his face. "That's fine, love. Just don't drink too much, alright?"
He chuckled, and I could hear the smile in his voice.
I added, "I'll be heading out too. The team arranged a welcome party before work officially starts tomorrow."
"Then drink responsibly," he teased. "Remember, I've got my eyes on you."
I laughed, shaking my head. "Same here, baby. Always watching you."
