Eloise and Simon finally excused themselves. Rosa wrapped some snacks for Eloise and Simon, saying that they could eat them on the way later.
The sun had already fully set when Simon finally greeted Liam.
"Thank you for coming," Liam said, giving Simon a warm hug. "Be careful driving. Come whenever you want, even if it's not with Eloise. Think of it as your own home."
Simon felt the brush of Liam's hand on his back. The man half bowed, nodding his head. He had never felt this warmly treated, and it all made Simon's heart flutter.
"I'll definitely come again," Simon replied as Liam gently released the embrace. "Thank you for taking such good care of me, Mr. Campbell."
Liam nodded in return. The middle-aged man was actually not willing to let his guest go. But Eloise explained that the
