Chapter 6: She Looks Different
"Glad to hear that..." The man responded with a stoic expression, though his friendly demeanor made Iris slightly apprehensive, fearing that he might recognize her memory loss.
She quickly attempted to steer the conversation away and inquired about his order. "What would you like to order?" she asked, meeting his gaze.
Through his gaze, Iris was convinced that this man looked suspicious of her.
’Crap! Who is this man? Why does he seem to know me?’ Iris felt helpless, desperately longing to regain her memories.
She didn’t want to remain in the dark. ’Stay calm, Iris!’ she urged herself, attempting to maintain composure.
Just as she was about to ask again, the man spoke up. "Please prepare my usual order," he said abruptly and departed, leaving Iris with no opportunity to say anything.
Speechless and confused by his reference to the ’usual order,’ Iris stared at the man as he walked over to a table in the corner, accompanied by his friends. Through the glass wall, they enjoyed a view of the forest behind.
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"Girl, you can go have your meal now," Cassandra’s voice startled Iris. She turned to face her grandmother.
"Grandma, do I know that man over there?" she asked, hoping her grandmother could shed some light on his ’usual order.’
Cassandra followed Iris’ line of sight, and her eyes widened in surprise upon seeing the pale, handsome young man sitting with his two friends.