Chapter 178 Just Takeout?

It was already evening when the group finished their work. When Ethan returned and saw everyone looking exhausted, he immediately suggested going out for dinner. However, everyone else had plans, leaving only Nancy available. Nancy felt a bit awkward and turned to Ethan. "Maybe I should..." "Let's go. I'm hungry too," Ethan said naturally, taking her bag and giving her no chance to back out. Nancy followed him, somewhat speechless, to a restaurant. As they arrived, they saw Locke at the entrance. Seeing them together, Locke was curious. "Ethan, Nancy? You two are...?" "We just finished work and decided to grab a meal together," Ethan explained. Nancy, not wanting Daniel's friends to misunderstand their relationship, quickly added. Locke looked delighted. "Let me join you. I got stood up and was just thinking of finding someone to eat with." Ethan and Locke knew each other, though not very well. Seeing that he and Nancy were acquainted, Ethan didn't refuse. As they were about to