Chapter 9 – Lecture

“No, no. There’s no one. I wouldn’t even entertain it if a guy actually showed interest. I doubt I would even notice. I would like to focus on my work and building my savings. I don’t have time to date.” Shit. Her statements were like a double-edged sword. She has someone she likes and she’s saying all these to him. What in the world? How would he get a clue?

“I mean, dating isn’t necessarily a bad thing. You just have to be careful when choosing whom to go out with. When you go out on dates, make sure the places you go to have a lot of people. And always tell someone where you are, just in case something happens.” His lecture continued and she began to look exasperated.

“Really, I won’t be dating anyone anytime soon. I swear!” She even raised her right hand and promised him.

“You can’t be sure. You might find someone you like. I’m just giving your reminders, just in case.”

“I already have someone I like.” She ended up muttering. She froze before covering her mouth with her hands. Shi