Chapter 33: I want to make you happy

"Hey, isn't this a bit too much?" Ethan had approached Emily for help, ready to make some sacrifices, but her request was beyond anything he could have imagined. "You're being totally unreasonable!"

Emily pouted, "What's wrong with a girl being a bit extreme? Besides..."

"I've never actually seen what a real man looks like," Emily said, her legs crossed and her finger on her lips. "I'm curious too. So, my condition is that after you help me with the investigation, you have to show me what a real man is like."

"Alright," Ethan agreed, somewhat relieved that it was only after the investigation and merely showing her something, which seemed more acceptable than her initial demand.

This would be the last time he'd ask Emily for help. After this, even if he had to jump from the upstairs window, he wouldn't seek her assistance again.

"Deal," Emily said with a smile, extending her pinky finger.

Ethan also reached out and hooked his finger with hers.