บท 270: Virtual Reality

"Get here asap!" As Nora clicked the send arrow on her phone's screen, she couldn't help but grin. The message sounded just right, she hoped. It was urgent and yet not screaming that she was in danger. She looked around one more time in satisfaction before getting everything ready. 

Rubbing her hands in anticipation, she slumped on the couch and looked at the watch. Two minutes tops... As the clock ticked by, at just half past a minute, she could hear the sound of running footsteps.

Her door banged open at exactly two minutes and she quickly jumped up and screamed," Surprise."

Demetri looked around wildly, not knowing what to expect but as his gaze fell to her grinning face and the dim lighting, his thundering heartbeat slowed down. With a smile, he leaned against the door and crossed his arms in front of his chest," Surprise? Kitten, what is the occasion?"

"I'll tell you that later. Come here quickly."