Friend

Awkwardly clearing his throat, Yitian quickly excused himself. "I'll get myself a glass of water."

After he left, Yichan was about to follow him when Ning stopped him. "I'll talk to him." When he nodded his head, she quietly followed him.

…..

Kitchen.

Pouring a glass of water for himself, Yitian sighed in dejection before slumping on the chair. If Liying called her sister yesterday then she definitely saw his messages too. Why didn't she call him back or even send him a single reply? Was she angry with him or did she not want to stay in touch with him anymore?

Gulping in nervousness, he thought, 'Does she hate me?' The mere thought of her hating on him made him feel angry and frustrated.

"Overthinking never helps." Walking towards him, Ning added, "It makes you feel vulnerable and like a loser."

Lowering his head, he sighed, "I—'