Her eyes shone with hope as she looked at Benny, waiting for his answer, which unfortunately didn’t meet her expectations.
“I can’t attend. I’m already committed to something else on Saturday.
But have a great time.”
A subtle smile crept onto Benny’s lips. He didn’t expect this chance to arise so soon.
Flossie, although slightly disheartened, was still thrilled about the ball.
Her social activities had been limited lately, mostly overshadowed by her time with Benny.
The thought of an evening out, an escape from the routine, was too good to pass up.
“Be careful when you go out. I’ll make sure to return early,”
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Flossie advised.
She knew Benny wouldn’t be escorting her to meet his friends, so she decided to carve out her path for the night.
Benny opened his mouth to say something, but then his phone rang.
He checked the caller ID, excused himself to his study, closed the door, and took the call.
“Carl is ready to meet you. But he insists that you come by yourself.”
Benny’s grim expression softened. “Send me the time and address. I’ll be right there.”
After hanging up the phone, he put on his mask and hat and walked out of the study.
When Flossie noticed Benny’s outfit, she knew he was going out. She couldn’t help asking, “Where are you going?”
Benny paused and responded evasively, “I’ll see someone who can help me. I’ll try to
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come back soon.”
After saying this, he took his car keys and went out.
Benny drove for a long time before he finally pulled over beside an arcade.
As soon as Benny got out of the car, two men in black approached him and verified his identity. Then, they led him inside.
The arcade was dimly lit and smoky. There was only a big table in the middle. And on the table were several bottles of wine and a steaming hot pot. A rugged man with a scar on his face sat at the main seat, eating hot pot with relish.
This man should be Cart.
Benny observed Carl with a stoic expression.
Carl raised his head and looked at Benny. “Sit down and join me.”