Chapter 274: A Run with Friends

5 months ago The next morning, David found himself grappling with a whirlwind of emotions as he sat across from his best friend Mark at their favorite café. Despite the weight of his guilt still lingering from the previous night's encounter with Irene, he couldn't deny the sense of comfort that came from being in Mark's presence. "So, how was the party last night?" Mark asked, sipping his coffee as he studied David's expression. David sighed, running a hand through his hair. "It was... interesting, to say the least. Emily couldn't make it, so I went alone." Mark raised an eyebrow inquisitively. "And did you have a good time?" David hesitated, unsure of how much he should reveal. "I met someone," he finally admitted. "Her name is Irene, and... things got a bit complicated." Mark's eyes widened with curiosity. "Complicated how?" David recounted the events of the evening, from his chance encounter with Irene to the impulsive kiss they had shared on the balcony. He