章 96: The bad news

The trio occupied their usual table in the university's café after a long day of classes. They just wanted to take the time to catch up, relax, and sip on something warm. It was still so cold outside.

Their laughter echoed throughout the small space as they reflected on Alyssa's birthday celebration.

"I hit you behind the head, and you went down," Zoe taunted Elias.

Alyssa was smiling so much that her face was hurting. She was glad that her boyfriend and best friend got along well.

It made these hangouts that much more fun. She couldn't imagine how awkward it would be if they didn't get along.

"I think you're exaggerating a little. I literally just lost my balance. Right, Alyssa?" Elias replied as he turned to her for support.

Alyssa put her hands up innocently.

"I'm not taking sides. You both had some wins and losses," she pointed out. It was pretty even. She had knocked them both down too. Zoe was definitely the most aggressive one.