{ Even if I cry in pain, I will return to you safely }
"Did I interrupt your conversation? I'm sorry!"
— "No, it wasn't anything important."
"I see... How did you find the place?"
— "It's a good place to sit quietly. I might come here again in the future."
"Let's come together next time!"
— "Alright... Any news?"
"No... To be honest... there's nothing new with... Wait, what?"
— "What's wrong?"
"The woman who was with you..."
— "What about her?"
"It looked like she was taking a picture of us?"
I turned to look, but she was already gone. I rushed out of the café to catch her... but she got into a taxi before I could reach her.
Noor ran out of the shop, trying to catch up with me, standing there panting from the run.
"W... What... What's going on, Kenjin?"
— "I don't know. Honestly, her behavior is suspicious."
"I agree... What are you going to do now?"
— "When I see her, I'll find out the reason from her."
"Alright... Shall we go back inside now?"
— "Let's go back."
I sat back in my seat, thinking: Is it really worth this amount of money? I mean... I have no guarantee she won't cause trouble in the future... Who knows...
"You seem deep in thought."
— "Problems just keep coming one after another..."
"That's life... it's full of problems."
— "I agree. I'm done with my coffee."
"Should I order you another one?"
— "No, I'm leaving now. I need to finish a few things before tomorrow."
"I'm sorry if you were delayed because of me."
— "It's fine, I'm heading out... Your coffee is on me, don't pay."
"Thank you! Are we really coming back here together again?"
— "Sure, it's a deal."
"Next time, I'm paying!"
— "Then I'll drink more than just one cup."
"Don't you want to be able to sleep tonight?" she said, laughing.
— "I'm just kidding, I don't want the bill to be expensive. Anyway... will you stay here alone, or is someone you know coming?"
"Actually... I don't have many friends because I'm not from this city... I only know one friend."
— "Unlock your phone for a second."
"Hold on."
A few seconds later...
— "Here you go... this is my number. If anything happens or if you need anything, call me. Don't be shy—consider me your older brother."
"Thank you for your kindness."
— "Goodbye."
"Safe travels! See you at work tomorrow!"
I paid the bill and left the café.
Honestly... should I just kill that damned Israa and put an end to this headache once and for all?