章 46: New Ride

Chapter - 46

As Rick walked out of the convenience store, a sense of disappointment hung over him like a dark cloud. He couldn't help but let out a heavy sigh as he replayed the events of the day in his mind.

Everything had been going so smoothly, and he had felt like he was on the verge of scoring Gloria. The flirtation between them had been electric, and he had leaned forward with every intention of sealing the deal with a kiss, and perhaps even taking it one step further.

But then, like a sudden thunderstorm on a sunny day, Gloria's daughter's call had interrupted their charged moment. The name with a heart sign on her phone's screen had brought their flirtatious dance to an abrupt halt.

[Flashback]