Party

The party soon started filling up with more people, and among them was Claire, the girl Noah had helped in the library a couple of months ago to prepare for the mock exams.

"Hey," she greeted him, a smile lighting up her face.

"Hello," Noah replied, his tone warm as he returned the smile.

"Why are you here alone?" she asked, glancing around. "Where's Aiden?"

"He went to the toilet, he'll be back soon," Noah answered casually, leaning back in his chair.

"What about you?" he added, tilting his head slightly. "Where are your friends?"

"They're outside parking the car. I just came in ahead of them," she explained, tucking a strand of hair behind her ear.

Noah nodded. "I see."

Claire took a seat next to him, her gaze curious. "So, how did you find the exams?"

"They were alright," Noah replied with a small shrug. "What about you?"