Chapter 49: This Is Not a Game, but Reality
Jodi noticed Leon’s pensive look and thought he was simply feeling awkward, so she switched topics and reminded him, “Aren’t you going to join the girls’ conversation?”
“No,” Leon shook his head. “In fact, I’m thinking of heading back early to rest.”
Hearing this, Jodi shot him a disapproving glare and muttered, “What are you saying? Such a good opportunity, and you’re just letting it slip?”
“Or… is it possible that I’m simply not in the mood for that right now?” Leon raised an eyebrow and asked in return.
“Huh?” Jodi was momentarily thrown off, her mind twisting over his words. Just as she was about to respond, she saw Leon stand up.
“Thank you for the invitation, Ms. Jodi. Dinner was wonderful.”
After speaking to her, Leon turned toward the girls who had looked up when they saw him stand and said, “I’ll be heading out now, lovely ladies. Please continue your ladies’ night—I hope you all have a great time.”
He waved goodbye to everyone, giving Jodi a small, apologetic smile before leaving the room in an easy stride.
This wasn’t just a dinner gathering—it was a blind date event, and one that had been arranged without telling the participants. That alone was enough to leave Leon with a sour taste.