Chapter 54-2: stored in memory.

"If that really means you're coming, then fine," he announced, clenching his fist with triumphant determination.

"Great!" In return, she smiled deeply at him again and nodded, satisfied and reassuring.

It was truly comforting to be around him. Like a simple, articulate person.

Without any malicious or hidden intentions. Just... a friend, pursuing a dream and wanting to spend time together like brothers in a monotonous and ordinary way.

Upon closer inspection... 'This was a very good and appropriate timing to strengthen their friendship...and at the party,' he thought.

He was truly determined to achieve his goal and for them to become closer.

However, somehow, his eyes suddenly fell on Kaiden, who had also just finished parking his car. He automatically frowned, simultaneously raising one eyebrow and muttering with a strange sense of unease and ominous awareness.