After Dane and Tiger's conversation, Tiger didn't stay for long and left his meal unfinished. He bid Dane farewell before things could get even more awkward than they already were. Meanwhile, Dane remained in the dining room even after Tiger's departure.
Dane gazed blankly at the vacant seat across from him, sitting motionless for minutes after his visitor left. His mind drifted elsewhere.
"I guess he liked her more than I thought he would," he murmured, recalling Tiger's demeanor while discussing the situation with Ivy Wei. "I can't blame him. She's an amazing woman."
Dane blinked slowly, placing a hand on the table's surface to push himself up. He turned around, strutting toward the living area, and then onto the balcony. Stepping out onto the balcony, Dane stood in front of the railing and took a deep breath. His eyes roamed the city lights, his expression plain.
