~ Evric's POV ~
But I didn't care. Not anymore. My whole world was standing right in front of me.
I kept smiling at Zayn, and seeing him smile back filled me with a happiness I couldn't describe.
Then, just as I expected, my phone buzzed. A message from Nicki lit up the screen:
"Evric, can we talk?"
I had been waiting for this moment. I needed to talk to him, it was important.
Turning to Zayn, I called softly, "Babe."
"Yes?" he answered, his eyes still warm on me.
"I need to use the restroom. I'll be right back."
He nodded without hesitation. "Okay, baby."
I left the table and quickly texted Nicki back: Where are you? He replied with his location, tucked away in a dim corner, away from the crowd.
The place was dark, lit only with a faint glow. He sat alone, waiting. I joined him, sliding into the seat across from him.
"Make it fast," I told him firmly. "If I'm gone too long, Zayn will come looking for me."