Noah returned to the classroom a few seconds before the siren announced lunchtime.
To Chloe's surprise, they didn't go to the cafeteria.
"I made other arrangements.", Noah said mysteriously.
Chloe didn't object. She didn't care where they eat, as long as she was with Noah.
Noah took Chloe for lunch to an Asian restaurant that provided private rooms.
The food was delicious and so was the company.
Noah asked about Chloe's time in the classroom, and he enjoyed listening. From the beginning, he didn't let go of Chloe's hand, and they used their free hand to eat.
Over dessert, Noah's phone buzzed, and after checking it, his expression turned serious.
"Chloe, I need to ask you to do something."
Chloe gulped softly and looked at him without blinking. She did her best not to think negatively of what is coming, but she sensed that the light, playful mood was gone.
