Chapter 31: Zero (Part 1) [1/2]

"Alright, I only said that because you seemed a bit off. I just wanted to help you snap out of it. Don't be mad at Brian; he's a good guy and even kinda, well, cute?"

Renji recalled the brief yet pleasant interaction he had with the bearded gentleman in the private room, offering this description.

However, when Eileen heard this, she rolled her eyes in disbelief.

'Cute?'

'Both of you call each other cute, one of you calls the other a lovable fool. So, does that mean I'm the only one who's the bad guy here? '

But that's not what Eileen was most concerned about at the moment.

"Old timer, you're not actually believing his nonsense, are you?"

"Not really. We've only just met; it's been less than a day. While I have confidence in my charm, I'm not so narcissistic"

Renji shrugged, but then quickly took a jab at Eileen.