Moreover, she couldn't help but feel an inexplicable dread. It was as if this stranger wasn't just any ordinary one. If they were to meet and that mysterious veil between them was lifted, the slightest mishap could mean they wouldn't even end up as friends. She was actually afraid to meet him. Even if they did meet, it couldn't be at her place.
"Miss, you're not going to stand me up again, are you?"
"Well... I live with a friend. We have a pact not to bring any male friends home, just to avoid any awkwardness."
"Haha, are you afraid your best friend will try to steal me away? Don't worry, I'm only interested in you. I won't spare her a glance."
"My friend wouldn't even look your way! You shouldn't get so full of yourself."
"Miss, I'm really coming over for that meal, so you'd better prepare yourself."
"No! We never let strangers into our home."
