Chapter 493

"Alright, I'll head over now." Yarrick pocketed his phone after replying to Michael's text. He said, "Well, you all go ahead and chat. I've got to head out to meet my classmates." Melanie said, "I just got here and you're already leaving, Yarrick? Are you trying to avoid me or something?" "What? Why would I avoid you? Please don't joke around, Melanie," Yarrick replied. "Why are you leaving so soon, then? It's not even 10:00 am now." Melanie linked arms with Hailey and looked at him, her gaze full of playful mirth. He said, "Well, they're all my former classmates I used to be close with. Oh right, Holden, whom you didn't fancy, will also be there." Melanie replied, "Oh, so that's how it is, huh? Alright then. I was hoping we could have a meal together today. What a shame!" As she laughed, she sneaked a few glances at Yarrick. Since they were all friends, Hailey wouldn't mind her harmless teasing. "What's the matter? Are you boy-crazy now, Melanie?" Hailey teased. "Oh, of cours