“What’s all this?”
“Ah, right.
” Hannah nced at the notes, recalling the earlier encounter.
“Some guys wanted to connect with me on WhatsApp.
I told them it wasn’t a good time, so they gave me their numbers instead.
”
“You’re kidding!”
Snatching the notes from her, Edwin muttered, “Don’t trust them.
They’re just kids, and you’ve got a boyfriend, remember?”
“I wasn’t nning on talking to them.
They just shoved the notes into my hands.
What was I supposed to do, throw them away on the spot?” Hannah exined.
“So they’re kids, but you’re not?” she teased.
Stung by her sarcasm, Edwin retorted, “Just stay away from those guys at my school, okay?”
Hannah lifted her arm to pat Edwin’s shoulder, even though she couldn’t quite reach his head.
“Don’t overthink it.
”
The pair stepped into the school’s grand hall, bathed in brilliant light and adorned with opulent decor.
Graduating students flocked together, their attire shy and expensive, conversing over wine sses.
The setting resembled less a graduation party and more a business gathering, with older attendees discussing deals over toasts.Contentt bel0ngs to N0ve/lDra/ma.O(r)g!
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The food tables on both sides wereden with exquisite dishes, showcasing the school’s effort in organizing the event.
Edwin guided Hannah towards the front, advising, “Those people up ahead are my ssmates.
Just smile and keep the talking to a minimum.
”
“What, are you embarrassed by me or something?”
Edwin sneered, “Given how outspoken you are, you’ll probably just make people ufortable.
”
As they strolled arm in arm, a young woman in a blue evening gown suddenlytched onto Edwin’s other arm.
“We’ve been waiting for you, Edwin”
Gently extracting his arm, Edwin said, “Sorry for the dy.
I went to fetch my cousin.
”
The woman nced at Hannah and grinned.
“Ah, so you’re his cousin?
You’re quite stunning.
”