Chapter 277: We need to talk (3)

"YES, Ben!" he shouted. "Oh, god," he added in a muffled voice. "Give me a second!"

Erik's heart was pounding in his chest as he stood before his closed bedroom door, his hand firmly pressed against the handle.

"Do you wanna hang out?" Benedict asked, his tone becoming more casual with each passing second.

Erik took a deep breath, trying to steady himself. He knew he had to keep Benedict out of the room at all costs to prevent him from seeing Amber in a state of undress. Besides, they just decided they would keep their just-established relationship a secret; letting Benedict and his large mouth know that meant everyone would.

"Yes, just give me a minute, Benedict," Erik said, "I need to finish something up."

Benedict nodded, still looking a bit suspicious but ultimately deciding to let it go. Erik could hear his friend sigh on the other side of the door. "Alright, man, take your time."