Delicious food with a delicious woman

"..."

In the nearly empty hall, their gazes met in silent confrontation.

Olivia stared at him silently for a few seconds before speaking.

"I invited you here to celebrate your semi-final appearance...?"

She looked at him strangely.

'...That's it?'

Rain looked at her with reasonable doubt. But it didn't look like she was joking or lying.

"Don't take this the wrong way, but it was quite a surprise to see you, who barely have time to breathe, inviting me over just to eat food."

"It's not just food. It's gratitude."

She corrected him as a faint, almost bitter smile touched her lips.

"You have no idea the high expectations the Academy has for the Elite Class and how often I hear about how our results could have been better."

Her fingers tightened, unconsciously tugging at the hem of her sleeve.