Chapter 13

“Hi,” Zeke greeted as walked up to Belle.

“Hey,” Belle responded obsessively.

“Are you going home?”

“Yes, she is going home... By the way, I’m Audrey Palmer, Belle’s best friend.”

Smiling, Zeke accepted Audrey’s handshake.

“Audrey, don’t we have anything else to do at your house?” Belle asked. While pulling Audrey — because of not letting go of Zeke’s hand.

“Huh? But—” Audrey couldn’t continue to protest because Belle secretly pinched her.

“Oh, okay... Well, are you both planning to go to the party on Saturday? I don’t know anyone here, so is it possible if I join you two?” Zeke said in a pleading tone.

“I’m not— Ouch!”

“Sure! You can come with us!” Audrey replied, her eyes widening at her friend. As a result, Belle was forced to agree with a smile and a nod.

“Great! Then I’ll knock on Belle’s door on Saturday,” Zeke said as he began to walk into the dressing room.

But Zeke’s smile faded when he saw the indifference o