There were a lot of people inside the arcade. Drinks were being served, university students were playing games and chatting, music was playing. The moment Kay stepped in through the entrance, he had an urge to just step back out; but the moment he turned around, Michael stood in his way, shaking his head.
Before Kay could even try to walk past him, he heard someone call, “Kay!” above the music and the chatter. He turned around and saw Gina waving at him, beckoning him to come to her and her group of friends. Left with no choice, he nervously smiled back and made his way towards them.
“You are so late!” she said, immediately handing him a bottle of beer.
“Thanks. I‐I got caught up,” Kay replied, smiling awkwardly at the three other people beside Gina looking at him.
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