AT THE SAME TIME
ISABELLA
Bella was still standing near the cafe door like a trapped animal who had just been informed the room was now a stage. Above the counter, the red system screen glowed smugly.
"CHAPTER 29: SMALL DATE - ACTIVE."The system said.
"I reject this chapter."Bella pointed at it accusingly.
"REQUEST DENIED."The system said.
"Of course it is."Bella looked personally offended.
Across the room, Xavier stood calmly as if the entire situation was perfectly normal. If anything, he looked entertained. Which was deeply suspicious, Wanessa leaned against the counter with a grin.
"Oh relax, Bella. It's a small date."She teased.
"Why are you saying that like it's cute?!"Bella whipped around.
Aiden dragged a chair closer with the enthusiasm of someone settling in for a live comedy show.
"Oh, I am absolutely watching this."He said.
Zavier nodded and joined him, Michael clapped his hands once.
"Excellent. Audience positioning complete."He said.
