Chapter 9

The night went on getting more and more hectic. I lost count of how many drinks we made ourselves and also how many times I was made fun of by Mr. Gouveia. Luckily, Takashi was big and strong, so he showed respect and made the men give up.

I let out a tired sigh as I finished another Apletinni and heard TK calling me.

- Ell?

- Ell? - I said as I put the strip of apple back in the cup.

- I think Morgana wants to talk to you.

- Morgana? - I turned to the counter. - Your drink, sir. - I placed the glass on the counter in front of the customer who was waiting for me. To my relief, the blond man thanked me and left. No harassment.

She waved at you. - Tk said, making me look at him. - But now she's coming.

As he closed his mouth, I turned to find Morgana leaning smilingly over the bar counter.

- You're the luckiest rabbit of the night, Ellen de Souza. - Morgana smiled excitedly and took one of my hands.

- I am? - I smiled at her enthusiasm.

- Yes, I am. - She pulled me closer to her, makin