Darling, it was Fabian's fault!

After that sentimental discussion, I diverted the subject, and Ramin walked them through the missions I tasked them with for the past eight months. Kristina, Noah, and Charlotte had also returned, walking around the kitchen as they prepared the food. Silvia helped them.

"Anyway." I rubbed the leathered armrest, slapping it loudly as I stood. "I got to run."

As soon as I said those words, everyone stopped in what they were doing and set their eyes on me. I chuckled because even though they just looked at me, I knew they all share the same question: 'where are you going?'

"I had an important arrangement I've been looking forward to," I explained vaguely.

"How about the picnic?" asked Charlotte with a frown. 

"I will join you next time." 

"Next time... I won't be doing this again," Yul mumbled, rolling his eyes as he shook his head.