Chapter 93 : Back to where it started

"Zeya," we all turned to our side, startled to find a girl standing in front of us. Her eyes sparkled with recognition, and a grin spread across her face behind that mask. Puzzled, we exchanged glances, uncertainty written all over our faces. "It's me!!" she exclaimed, pulling down her mask to reveal a familiar face.

"It's you! What're you doing here?" I blurted out, my voice tinged with surprise. I hadn't expected to see her in the broad daylight.

"I work here," she said, a hint of pride in her tone, catching me off guard.

"Really?" I raised my eyebrows, amusement dancing in my eyes. Somiya and Demi looked at me, confusion etched on their faces, clearly trying to piece together the puzzle. "Oh, they are my friends. Somiya and Demi!" I introduced them, gesturing animatedly.