Chapter "Twist In Emotions"

At night, Hamlyn sat on his couch in his house, completely absorbed in contemplation.

As his house doorbell rang, he made his way to answer it. Upon opening the door, he found Fredy and Ruby standing there.

With a warm smile, he greeted them, "Welcome, please, do come in." They stepped inside, and Ruby inquired, "Have the others arrived yet?”

Hamlyn shook his head, "Not yet. I spoke with Hamond; he mentioned he's on way to pick Sheryl up."

Fredy inquired, "And what about Tatsuya? Is he joining us too?" Hamlyn affirmed with a nod.

Ruby chimed in, "You two are overthinking. There's nothing going on between Sheryl and Tatsuya.”

Hamlyn's smile widened as he responded, "Let's hope for the best." Fredy nodded in agreement, adding, "And if not, Tatsuya will have to learn the hard way."

Turning her attention to Hamlyn, Ruby inquired, "So, Hamlyn, what's the plan for dinner?" Hamlyn suggested, "I was considering ordering in.”