#Chapter 31 - Is That You?

Adrian “Thank you for visiting our restaurant, sir, please come again soon,” the hostess who stands at the front door of the restaurant beams at me as I pass them by. A bag hangs from my hands with two to go boxes inside. Clara’s untouched meal and my leftovers sit inside. Walking out to my car, I can’t help but feel like something is off. The unsettling feeling nestles into my chest, making it feel hollow and empty. Am I being used? Surely, Clara could have stayed for the meal we planned to share together instead of instantly running away. She did order the most expensive item on the menu, something that even I would second guess ordering due to its high price. I place the bag in the passenger seat. The scent fills my nose and acts as a reminder of what transpired inside the restaurant. Annoyance fills my body, slowly bubbling up and overtaking my thoughts. I start the car and rev the engine to life, taking out some my annoyance through the loud roars. The car lurches forwar