Eric had come to say goodbye to Aira.
"Is it because you helped me last time?" When she left that "home," Eric had even punched Benjamin.
Eric shook his head. "It's not because of that."
Although furious at the time, Benjamin had eventually chosen to forgive Eric. Eric was an important friend to Aira, and Benjamin still hoped to gain benefits through Aira.
Eric himself had asked to resign, saying he had something important to take care of and might be gone for a while.
At lunchtime, the two chose a restaurant to continue their conversation over a meal.
"This way, please." A waiter's voice stood out in the quiet environment.
Aira subconsciously looked up and saw Benjamin, with Zandra on his arm and Ashley's hand in his other.
Benjamin hadn't expected to run into her either. His gaze
