GAGE and Emmy blinked, their surprise so clear it was as if they hadn't heard Reas properly. He'd always been more interested in Mecha, spending his time immersed in the VirtualNet, playing fighting games. He even decided to be a soldier because he wanted to be a Mecha pilot. The thought of him dating someone was the last thing they expected. They exchanged a quick, puzzled glance, almost as if silently asking each other, 'Did he really just say that?'
Reas noticed their expressions and felt an inward sigh escape him. He'd been so nervous about telling them, and this was how they reacted—stunned silence and confused glances. He wasn't sure whether to laugh or cry. Was it really that shocking that he was dating someone now? Did they honestly think he'd stay single forever?
