The four of them walked to Hector's party.
Clyde held Hannah's hand tightly. Though she wanted to say there was no need to pretend anymore, she didn't dare speak when she saw Clyde's stern expression.
On the way, Ethan and Wayne chatted and joked with each other. It was hard to believe they were nearly thirty and already successful in their careers.
"We grew up together without any rifts. Our families never drifted apart, so our bond remains unbreakable. We always support each other and tend to relax in each other's company."
Clyde casually explained.
Hannah nodded and asked, "Were you like this as a child?"
"Like what?"
"So serious." Hannah blinked and lifted their joined hands. "You only hold a few of my fingers."
They had held hands many times. Almost every time, Clyde would onl
