SET UP

Days had passed with a normal interaction between Ivan and Kaye. It was like how they used to be when they were still children and that made them both happy secretly.

Stolen moments and stolen glances were exciting and it even made them feel happier to be with the person that they long to have.

This time Kaye and Ivan were shopping together like what normal couples do. How did they end up in this situation?

Well, 30 minutes earlier...

Kaye decided to free some of her time so she can accompany Lexi to eat dinner outside. They haven't seen each other since the time that she was reported missing, so she decided to catch up with her on some events.

They planned to meet at seven in the evening right outside the cinema so they could watch a movie first. However, it wasn't her best friend who came. It was Ivan who found her standing there.

After 30 minutes, Lexi called her that she couldn't come since something happened in her home. So here she was, stuck with Ivan.

"I felt bad for Lexi. Is it a serious problem?" Kaye asked Ivan who was also Lexi's relative and who knew some of the issues.

"It isn't that big of an issue. She can handle it. Have you eaten already?" Honestly, Ivan knew this was a set up. There was no problem in Lexi's end. It was all planned by his cousin and his sister. He just received a text from his sister that Kaye was all alone inside the mall.

Kaye shrugged her shoulder and glanced at him before she answered. "That was the plan. We were supposed to watch a movie and have dinner after."

"Why don't we do it? I have so much time tonight. Company isn't that busy." Ivan offered like it was a natural thing to do. He wanted to spend more time with her as well and he won't let any opportunity slipped his grasps.

Kaye smiled brightly upon hearing him. She was really happy to spend more time with him. "Are you sure? I'd really be happy if I'll have company for dinner."

"That sounds great. What do you want for dinner?" Ivan walked closer to her to make other men back off from his girl.

"I'm in for sea foods. I'm craving shrimps and lobsters." Kaye stopped and looked at him. "I don't know any sea food restaurant in this mall." Of course, she didn't. She never liked eating in a restaurant before. 'I think I could get used to having dinner with him.' Kaye thought mentally.

"If that's the case, let me lead the way. There is a restaurant that I like which offers variety of sea foods as well." Ivan held her hand and started walking towards the restaurant that he mentioned.

Kaye didn't mind holding hands with him. They had done it multiple times in public and she liked the feeling of being held by him.

"Should we watch a movie after dinner?" Ivan asked which cut her off from her imagination.

"Sure. What movies are out this year?" Kaye responded as she followed him with a smile on her face.

'This feels like a date. I'm glad Lexi didn't come.' It was her innocent thought but she didn't know that her best friend didn't come intentionally.

"I think we could watch the DreamWorks Dragons. You like those stuff, right?" Ivan raised his brows to confirm his choice.

"You really know me. I love watching animations. Let me book a ticket for the show later." Kaye wanted to get her phone but since Ivan was holding her, she gave up the thought.

Ivan stopped walking and turned to face her. "Let me hold your bag while you book the ticket. I'll guide your steps so you wouldn't bump into anyone."

Kaye thought it was a good idea so she took out her phone and let Ivan hold her bag. They looked like a real couple in front of other shoppers.

Ivan was holding her bag on his left hand while he placed his right hand on Kaye's shoulder. Kaye didn't mind it at all. She just booked the ticket while Ivan guide her where to turn next or where to go.

Just as she finished booking their movie ticket, they arrived at the restaurant that Ivan mentioned. It was a Chinese restaurant with a classic design. In one of the corners, a huge aquarium with different sea foods was kept. People can choose the sea foods they want and the chef would cook it for them.

"Good evening Mr. Harley. A table for two?" The attendant asked while guiding them inside.

"Yes, please." Ivan answered, still holding Kaye's hand and bag.

They were guided to one booth where not many people come to pass. They could maximize their privacy compared to a seat in the middle of the crowd.

"Would you like to come and choose the sea food with me?" Ivan asked Kaye when they were seated.

"How about we choose the biggest one. I have to satisfy my cravings." Kaye answered while taking a glance on the aquarium where people lined up to choose their food.

"Alright. I'll choose for us." Ivan left her on their table so he could choose their food. He knew what Kaye likes so it wouldn't be difficult for him.

When it was his time to choose, he asked the kitchen assistant to get the largest lobster that weighs almost 2kg, 6 large crabs and 20 pieces of shrimps. He didn't buy that much of crabs since Kaye didn't like eating those.

"Would you like it cooked like usual Mr. Harley?" the kitchen assistant asked after getting all the main ingredients.

"I'd like a spicy garlic butter shrimps, black pepper crabs and spicy boiled lobster with a sweet and sour dipping sauce." Ivan gave his order as to how it should be cooked.

After he settled everything he went back to their table where he found Kaye smiling at him as he approached her.

"What's the matter?" Ivan asked after taking a seat.

"You've been here quite a lot of times." It wasn't a question but a statement so Ivan spilled the beans to her.

" I found this store when I was with my ex-girlfriend, but I didn't eat with her here. Later on, I had Alex checked on this store and I made this a meeting place with my clients. That's why some of the staff here knows me."

Kaye grimaced at the thought of Ivan and his ex-girlfriend. However, he didn't eat with her on this restaurant so it lifted her mood a bit.