Chapter 18. October 31st

"Grace!" Anthony came from behind her with a jog. He looked breathless and immediately caught his breath after arriving near Grace. “I'm sorry for coming late. An hour before the shop closed, a customer asked me to send five sacks of rice at once. I had to borrow my father's friend's pick-up car. After delivering the order, I came here as fast as I could.”

Although she felt a little annoyed at first, now Grace understood. Anthony really put his work first to support his family. She was already grateful that Anthony could come to accompany her, even for a moment.

"Take a seat. This young coconut drink is for you. It's not cold anymore, so if you want it to be cold, you can ask the cafe owner for some more ice.” Grace pointed to one of the full coconuts on the table between the two chairs they were sitting on.

With a short wave of his hand, Anthony replied, "It's okay. After all, I avoid drinking too many cold drinks these days.”

"Oh? Why? Aren't you usually no