Chapter: 2080

“Kathryn.”

Rachel and Alberto spoke almost simultaneously.

At the sound of Alberto's subtly serious tone, Kathryn's lips curved into a pout. “Alberto, don't be so stern. You'll scare away girls if you're always like this."

Alberto remained silent, but as Rachel's response reached his ears, a subtle tension gripped his fingertips, causing them to tighten slightly within his pocket. Her word felt like a needle, pricking at his heart and inducing an uncomfortable heaviness.

“Never mind. I won't tease you. Alberto, isn't Allen joining us?"