As Raika and Lina walked out of the bustling food court, the bright lights and chatter gradually faded into the background. The air outside was cooler, a gentle breeze rustling through the trees that lined the mall's exterior. The sky was a soft blend of orange and pink, signaling the approach of evening, casting a warm glow over everything.
Lina, still feeling the excitement from their earlier antics, turned to Raika with a beaming smile. Her eyes sparkled with gratitude and mischief, and she gave Raika a playful thumbs up. "Thanks for covering my expenses, Raika! You're the best!" she said, her voice tinged with joy. She punctuated her statement with a cheeky wink and an even brighter smile, the kind that was contagious and impossible to resist.
