“Kyle, what are you looking at?”
Mia Jones tugged lightly at Kyle’s sleeve when she noticed him zoning out.
His view was now blocked by a row of trees. He could no longer see what was happening on the other side. Kyle withdrew his gaze and said flatly, “Nothing.”
But his thoughts were far from settled.
—
Candice followed behind.
Charlie was on a call, standing by a tall tree. He turned and glanced back at her. Realizing he was on the phone, Candice quickly stopped walking and took cover under a mushroom-shaped pavilion nearby.
She rubbed her forehead, inwardly cursing herself for being so reckless. Seriously, what am I even doing?
When Charlie finally ended his call, Candice stepped forward with a self-deprecating smile, trying to play it cool.
“Mr. Clemens, you clearly have sharp
