THE GROUP PICTURE

Jeremy tipsily dropped the shot on the table in front of him, gaining the bartender's attention. He slowly raised his head, demanding another shot. Having gotten his shot, filled up, he gulped it down fiercely and hit it again. His hair was messy and his gaze was down. The bartender wondered what was wrong with him but didn't bother to ask. His own was to fill the shot and get paid.

Alya's voice was echoing in his mind. "What does she mean by that? Am I too hideous to avoid?" He belched, losing control of his cool guy vibes. The lady beside him had a disgusted look on her face and changed to another position.

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Xavier's phone rang, he opened his eyes, to see Bethany still close to him but with open eyes. He made to get up and Bethany gave way. Grabbing onto his phone, it was Stone. He took a few steps away and answered.

"Ok." He replied and dropped his phone. Bethany stared at him without saying anything. He turned to see her facial expression but walked into his room. I h