While window shopping, Alice was spotted by some male attendants. They immediately recognized her. Two came forward, and the taller one spoke, "Miss, are you here to buy something for someone? Something for yourself?"
"Mmm", Alice smiled, "I am here to buy a wristwatch. I heard that Titan released its exclusive collection lately."
"Yes, Miss", the shorter one smiled, "You heard right. We will show you the way."
"Thank you", Alice followed behind them as they led her the way.
...
The attendants brought her in front of a grand shop. The picture windows gave way to large collections of watches. Alice looked in awe as she pushed the glass door open. Her mouth slightly hung open. The watches were divided into two sections- ladies and gents. Each section was divided for kids and adults. Moreover, they were arranged from the most exclusive and expensive to the simplest and cheap watches. Each had its unique touch and texture. She gaped at them with appreciation.
The girl at the counter and stood up to greet her. She was wearing a professional skirt suit with a bun, "Miss Buds, what a pleasant surprise!"
Alice smiled warmly, "Thank you."
"Miss, how may we help you?" an older man wearing formal wear, who probably was the owner, came forward with a bright and flashy smile.
"Mmm", Alice puckered her lips, "I want to buy one gents' wristwatch from the exclusive collection that you released recently. I want to gift someone."
"Oh!" the man smiled, "Sure, this way."
Alice was led inwards behind a huge rack of watches. This was way grand than what she saw outside. In short, it was just a part of what she saw outside. She raised her brows in awe. Another man in a black hoodie was smoking nearby, talking to a salesgirl. She was smiling, probably because the guy was handsome. But his face was hidden behind his hoodie, highlighting his well-shaped abs on his arms and chest. He turned a bit but still, his face was well hidden. Alice didn't pay him much attention.
As soon as she passed by, the guy turned to look at her retreating back, with a pair of confused eyes. Half of his face was hidden under the shadow, but the one under the light revealed a fierce emotion, radiating on the surface.
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Cheesy Bites
The restaurant was filled with people as usual. People were coming and going as usual. The table nearest to the picture window, right to the door, had two people sitting. One was with a bob cut bangs and was wearing a striped t-shirt, a denim jacket which was left unzipped and a white palazzo. The other was wearing a white top with a black shirt on and a pair of ripped jeans. Both were chatting happily and smiling.
[Author- Guess who are they?]
"You see", Eddie spoke while sipped on her cup of coffee, "Those things are natural for some people, especially in the acting industry."
"Hmph!" Jake let out a sigh, "But, that's weird. And Alice? She is just an...OMG!"
"You bet!" Eddie chuckled, "She is an automatic detector!"
"Automatic detector?" Jake smiled, "You mean... Well, are you using that as evidence?"
Eddie chuckled again, "Really, yes. Alice said so. She knows when to use those stuff as evidence and when not. Well, we have more shocking news."
"What is it? Tell me", Jake said.
"Uh-huh!" She shook her head, "Not yet."
"Hey! Come on, that's unfair. The suspense is killing me!"
"Nope. Have patience, Captain", she smiled grimly.
"Something serious?" he asked as he took a bite of his sandwich.
"Not more most", Eddie buckled her fingers, "But, it is, for you."
"For me?" Jake was confused.