[Bonus chapter]the day

Days later…

"You haven't been going out," Dominic pointed out while Heaven fixed his tie. "Is everything alright?"

Heaven looked up at him. "Of course!" she let out a very awkward laugh, making him tilt his head to the side. 

"That's a lie and even if I want to pretend that I believe it, it makes me think how dumb I am."

Heaven let out a burst of genuine laughter at his bluntness.

"I'm… okay." She smoothened out his suit, tugging his lapels mildly. "It's just that I'm recharging. My social battery was completely drained and I need some time and space to think things through."

The corner of her lips curled up reassuringly. "Don't worry, my love. I am really okay."

"Are you sure?" Dominic furrowed his brows.

"Yes." She nodded. "Take Basti to school for me, okay?"

"You're going to stay in?"