Chapter 224 Twisted Date
After what felt like forever on the train, the train finally pulled into Verdantwood station. I was practically buzzing with excitement as I followed the small crowd off the train.
Verdantwood was a tiny town, so there weren't many people getting off. I hurried out of the station, taking a deep breath and almost imagining I could smell David's cologne. I scanned the station square anxiously, but there was no sign of David.
As the crowd thinned out, leaving just a few vendors behind, I pulled my coat tighter, feeling a bit lost and confused.
Out of nowhere, this cocky guy with a playful grin showed up. "Hey there, waiting for someone? What a coincidence, so am I," he said.
I frowned a bit, nodding politely but keeping my distance.
He rubbed his dirty hands together, grinning even wider. "It's freezing out here. How about we hug to keep warm?" He leaned in like he was about to pounce.
My face went pale, and I quickly backed away, seeking refuge behind a middle-aged woman selling goods. She looked annoyed and snapped at me, "Are you buying something? If not, don't just stand there!"
Embarrassed, I peeked out from behind her stall. The creep was still there, eyeing me with a gross smile.
I gritted my teeth, trying to keep my cool, and walked away quickly, wandering through the unfamiliar streets. The cold was biting, and my heart was a mix of confusion and disappointment. David was supposed to pick me up, but why was I left waiting in the cold?
Frustrated, I dialed David's number.
After what felt like ages, he finally answered. His voice was low and apologetic. "Sorry, Diana, I can't get away right now. Find a warm place to wait for me."
Before I could respond, my phone buzzed with a message from David, giving me the address of an office building.
I figured that's where he was, so I grabbed a cab and headed straight there. Despite the long wait, I was still excited about our date. I sat in a café waiting until evening when David finally showed up.
As soon as he saw me, he pulled me into a tight hug. I could feel his heartbeat, and my own heart started racing.
David looked at me with deep regret. "Diana, I'm so sorry for making you wait so long."
He gazed at my face, and I looked back at him with just as much affection. In less than a month, David had gotten a bit of a tan from Ignis's scorching sun, and there were dark circles under his eyes from exhaustion.
Feeling a pang of sympathy, I asked softly, "Has it been tough lately?"
David shook his head gently, his eyes determined. "Being with you makes it all worth it," David said, squeezing my hand.
He looked at me with concern. "Diana, are you hungry? Let's grab a bite."
We walked hand in hand into a bustling restaurant. The place was packed, and since we hadn't made a reservation, we found a relatively quiet corner in the main dining area.
Curiosity got the best of me. "Why were you so late?" I asked.
David sighed. "I wanted to come out earlier to see you, but something urgent came up and it delayed me."
Seeing the fatigue and stress on his face, I decided not to push it.
Soon, the waiter brought our food.
I said, "Try it."
David said eagerly. "It's been a long time since I've had a taste of home. I really miss it."
I smiled. "Then eat up."
Just a few bites in, David's phone rang. He glanced at the screen, paused, then declined the call. Moments later, it rang again. He quickly shoved it back into his pocket, but the persistent ringing soon returned.
David reluctantly pulled out his phone, his brow furrowed in annoyance.
"Who's calling? Maybe it's something important," I gently reminded him. "You should answer it."
David scoffed softly. "What could she possibly want?"
Despite his words, he answered the call and walked outside. From the distance, I couldn't hear the conversation, but his pacing and furrowed brow suggested he wasn't in a good mood.
Fortunately, the call didn't last long. David returned to our table, exhaling deeply and forcing a smile.
I couldn't suppress my curiosity. "What's going on?" I asked softly.
David took a bite of fish, shaking his head slowly. "Just a minor issue, nothing to worry about."
Despite his words, I felt that things weren't as simple as he made them out to be. Doubt and worry crept into my mind. Was he facing a major problem at work, or was there something else he couldn't talk about? These thoughts swirled in my head, making it hard to enjoy my meal.
David was so distracted that on two separate occasions, I had to call his name repeatedly before getting his attention.
After dinner, David looked even more troubled. "Are you going back to Wind City tonight?" he suddenly asked.
I shook my head. "It's cold and late. I don't plan on going back. Why, do you want to spend the night with me?"
I reached out, lightly touching the first button of his shirt, then slowly moving down to his belt before stopping.
But David repeated thoughtfully, "Not going back." Then he added, "Let's take a walk."
I nodded, linking my arm with his as we strolled under the city lights.
"Where are you staying?" David asked suddenly.
I paused, then asked in return, "Can't I stay with you?"
David looked troubled, hesitating before saying, "Diana, I have colleagues with me."
I nodded, understanding his refusal. "I'll get a room by myself," I said.
Hearing this, David seemed relieved. But as we walked a bit further, two bodyguards blocked our path, followed closely by Daniel and Lanny.
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