Maya was a guest professor of psychology here.
It turned out that Thomas was here for her.
Thomas had come to see her, and dealing with me was just an afterthought.
No wonder he seemed in a good mood.
Yes, how could he be in a bad mood when he could see the person he liked.
It was almost mealtime when Maya generously invited me to join them for dinner.
I didn't want to be a third wheel, especially not face-to-face with her and Thomas.
Recalling the last dinner at the old house, I was eager to avoid this invitation.
However, Maya was too enthusiastic, and I couldn't refuse, so I reluctantly agreed.
I quickly turned to my phone and contacted Marlon, a senior who had shown interest in me a few days.
I asked him if he wanted to have dinner with me.
Marlon responded and arrived swiftly.
Marlon walked into the restaurant holding my hand, and I saw the stiff expression on Thomas's face, which sparked a bit of malicious delight in me.
During the meal, Marlon enthusiastically served me food.
I had to stay highly alert to deal with him, acting particularly affectionate.
Even Maya remarked that Marlon and I looked very compatible.