Luna Cruz poked at the sesame leaves on her plate with a dejected look, causing the delicate greenery to become a disheveled mess. Even the walnut kernels and ham slices were not spared as she jabbed them into a sorry state.
"Luna, are you feeling down? Do you not like this restaurant?"
Danny asked tentatively.
They had been maintaining this kind of relationship for about half a year, and Luna Cruz had uncovered his preferences both in and out of bed. However, he still didn't know much about her. Any questions he asked her would only result in replies like "it's alright," "it's fine," or "I don't mind."
Luna Cruz waved her hand dismissively and replied, "Why would I? The food here is quite good. I'm just worried about today's interview."
After finishing the bread and appetizers, the waiter cleared the empty plates and brought two perfectly seared steaks to the table.
Daniel Quinn effortlessly cut his steak into bite-sized pieces and swapped them with Luna Cruz's portion.
It was hard to imagine that Daniel Quinn from half a year ago was a rebellious young boy who had people fawning over him wherever he went. How could he now be so considerate and attentive to others?
Luna still had no appetite, and even the beef, which should have been tender and juicy, tasted like a culinary snooze button to her.
"Luna, why are you worried? You're so talented, and your resume is perfectly tailored to the gaming industry. It would be a loss for Creation Players not to hire you!"
While beauty is in the eye of the beholder, objectively speaking, Luna Cruz excelled in her academic performance, earning national awards year after year. She had also interned at two major gaming companies, making her an exceptional college student.
Luna Cruz's eyes exuded a sense of bitterness.
Creation Players had been around for less than two years but was already a dark horse in the domestic gaming industry, releasing several hit games in succession and amassing a fortune. Rumor had it that the company's founder had been a top-tier hacker, and he had returned to China just in time to capitalize on the gaming industry boom.
Luna Cruz had been quite confident about this interview originally, if not for the unexpected incident today. Who could have guessed that the exceptional Mr. M she encountered on the subway would turn out to be the big boss of the company she was interviewing with? Even if she had figured out his particular kinks, it would have been fine just secretly to enjoy that knowledge. Why did she have to hand him her business card?
Just thinking about how Mr. Quinn had been smiling from start to finish during the interview today made Luna Cruz want to cry.
If he offered her the job after all this, it would truly be a miracle!
But how could she possibly share these thoughts with her adorable little puppy?
Luna Cruz tilted her head and glanced at Daniel Quinn's face. His eyes were captivating as if they were radiating light when he looked at her. Her gaze became more profound, finally settling on a spot of sauce near the corner of his mouth.
It seemed like she wanted to eat something more.
"Master, why are you looking at me like that?"
Daniel Quinn's wheat-colored cheeks blushed slightly. He knew exactly what Luna Cruz's gaze meant, yet he still chose to ask, playing along with her game.
Little Danny was quite skilled.
Beneath the thick tablecloth, a slender and agile foot slipped out, like a sensuous and nimble snake. It precisely and quickly targeted the man's groin area across from her.
Daniel Quinn let out a muffled groan, instinctively gripping the tablecloth with his hands. The muscles in his back tensed considerably, making the white shirt he had deliberately worn for the date appear even more taut, revealing his youthful and appealing muscle contours.
Even though he was the only one who considered it a date.
"Master, no.... not here" he gasped.
It's not that it couldn't happen, but it shouldn't happen here.
Although words were spoken this way, Luna Cruz could feel the touch beneath her foot transition from soft to firm. Even through a layer of thick trousers, she could still feel the heat exchanged between their skins.
Despite saying no to her, his body was rather honest.
Luna Cruz continued to feign innocence and forked a piece of beef into her mouth. This time, the flavor seemed much more enjoyable.
Amid Daniel Quinn's surprised gaze, she summoned the waiter over. Their table was originally tucked away in a corner, so even if she played with his penis under the tablecloth, no one would notice. However, if someone came closer, it wouldn't be as discreet.
Daniel Quinn assumed that Luna Cruz was just teasing him, so he hung his fuzzy head and let go of the tablecloth, his hands going limp.
How can you do this here?
In the case of just the two of them, he wouldn't mind whatever antics she got up to. However, if their relationship were to be exposed to the public, that would be a whole different matter.
Daniel Quinn's heart was filled with despair. Half of it was because he knew that Luna Cruz would never reciprocate the same level of feelings, and the other half was because even in this inappropriate situation, his breathing grew heavier.
As if he were welcoming her advances.
As if he genuinely enjoyed being treated like a dog by Luna Cruz.
"Excuse me, I'd like to order some tiramisu. It's my friend's birthday today, and if you have candles, please bring some over."
Daniel Quinn raised his head, distracted, and foolishly asked her,
"Master, how did you know it's my birthday today?"
Luna Cruz retracted her foot and smiled, saying,
"It's a secret."
The waiter brought the cake and candles and kindly wished the flushed young man, "Happy birthday."
Daniel Quinn felt incredibly uneasy. He hurriedly inserted a slender candle into the tiramisu and lit it with a match. He hesitated but finally asked,
"Master, do you think what I did was wrong?"
"What's wrong?" Luna Cruz replied.
"It's just that, I brought you here under pretenses to celebrate my birthday."
In truth, it couldn't even be considered deception because Daniel Quinn never intended to tell Luna Cruz that today was his birthday.
He didn't need gifts, well-wishes, or even for her to know. He simply wanted Luna Cruz by his side on this most special day of the year.
Luna Cruz stood up, moved around to Daniel Quinn's back, held his hand, and lit the candle.
Outside the window, the night is deep, and the city is ablaze with countless lights.
She embraced him from behind. He felt he was in an illusion that there were only the two of them in the world.
"How could I blame you for that? If anything, I should blame myself for not preparing a birthday gift for you yet."
Daniel Quinn didn't need a gift from her. He waved his hand.
However, Luna bent down and whispered in his ear,
“So, the rest of tonight is the gift I give you. How about that?”
"Luna Cruz, how can you do this to me?!"In a cafe near the university, the afternoon sun cast a warm, inviting glow, illuminating just two or three tables occupied by guests.The barista served them a cup of latte, a cup of black coffee, and a special addition of freshly baked cookies.The guests at this table seem to be a couple who are quarreling. Perhaps the sweetness of dessert might soften the edges of their discord?In a gentle attempt to lighten the mood, the owner approached with a faint, empathetic smile and a discreet nod, offering a silent gesture of understanding before quietly retreating to the haven behind the counter.It wasn’t the taste that she found appealing; it was the coffee's rich, smooth texture that she found oddly comforting in that moment of unease."What's wrong with me?"Luna's expression, brimming with concern, inadvertently added a layer of discomfort to the situation.However, Luna Cruz never seemed to realize it.Daniel Quinn took a bite of a cookie, a
"Hello everyone, I'm Mr Howard. I will be teaching you guys for the second half of the semester of this course."The large classroom was filled with more than 200 people. This was a law school public class. The people who came to class were all industry elites. Every time, students had to compete to grab a spot in the class.Among them, there was the well-dressed and elegant Mr Howard.Mr Howard always wore a suit and leather shoes, exuding an elite demeanor. Without saying a word, he stands there like a person of remarkable talent.Daniel Quinn glanced upwards, momentarily distracted by Teacher Tan's relentless monologue from the podium. The barrage of complex terms was utterly foreign to him. As a fourth-year student, he had no interest in this elective course, except for the opportunity it provided to be near Luna Cruz."Luna..."He was seated right next to Luna Cruz. His eyes were wide open, radiating a sense of forlorn hope as he looked at her. Daniel Quinn’s voice was a soft mur
"Because I'm pursuing you, Alex."When Alex Quinn asked Luna Cruz why he was being so nice to him, Luna Cruz gave an answer as above.What did he say again?"Don't joke about that."Luna Cruz gathered the takeout bags, a simple task, yet she executed it with an unexpected elegance.As she was about to close the door, she threw him a seemingly nonchalant smile and asked rhetorically:"Who said I was joking?"Just from that enigmatic message, Alex Quinn found himself unable to concentrate on work all day. Upon arriving home, he received yet another text from Dew, this time with a bold proposition: asking if he was up for phone sex.He is really stupid.Fully aware of her knack for sweet talk, whether it be towards Daniel Quinn, strangers online, or even Alex Quinn himself, he knew well that not a shred of sincerity lay in her words. Yet, he couldn't help but feel his heart skip a beat at the fleeting glimpse of genuine emotion in her expression.However, Alex Quinn never expected that
"Shall we try something new today?"Dew Cruz's message popped up on Alex Quinn's screen for the first time.In his dimly lit study, only a desk lamp cast a warm, golden hue.Alex’s mouth suddenly felt dry.Trying not to appear overly keen, he waited a whole minute before replying with a measured curiosity,"What do you have in mind?"Dew's excitement seemed palpable, even through the impersonal screen."How about we do it over the phone?"Alex's thirst intensified.He reached for his thermos, taking large sips of berry-infused water.He knew what Dew was hinting at – a step-by-step testing of boundaries, starting with his voice.Yet, he always hesitated at the thought of being fully exposed to her."I want to hear your voice," Dew's text arrived, a blend of enticement and appeal.Alex knew she had an irresistible character, or maybe he already wanted to do this, or perhaps he simply couldn't refuse her.Alex downloaded the Chirp app on his phone, sending her his agreement.He moved si
"Ah-choo—"Alex Quinn had caught a cold.Having nearly slept naked on the floor for most of the night, it was no surprise he had fallen ill.Luna Cruz had instructed him to clean up before sleeping, but overwhelmed with pleasure, he lacked the strength to even crawl to the bathroom, instead falling directly into unconsciousness.How embarrassing."Just a few months, Alex, and you've already caught a cold? You really need to take better care of yourself."Kevin Smith expressed just the right amount of concern for his old friend Alex, maintaining a suitable level of friendship.Alex, feeling groggy, would usually brush off Kevin's teasing, but the memory of Luna laughing next to Danny in the passenger seat still haunted him. Subconsciously comparing his sickly self to his vibrant cousin, his expression grew darker."Boss Quinn, if you're feeling bad, don't push yourself."Alex pushed away Kevin's hovering hand irritably and said,"I'm not dying yet."The next second, he returned to his
What could she possibly mean by that?Alex Quinn gazed at the two sentences flickering on his screen, ensnared in a maelstrom of contemplation. After a moment of deliberate thought, he typed:"No revealing of faces, we had agreed."Dew didn't reply outright. Instead, she uploaded a series of pictures on her profile. Within minutes, the comments surged into hundreds. Alex knew without looking – a throng of men like him, voicing their desire.He shuddered to consider how many others were messaging Dew, let alone ponder what she felt, inundated daily with such messages.Do these lascivious remarks really matter?More pressing, at this moment, she was sharing personal experiences with someone else, moments exclusive to them.Yet Alex, confined behind his screen, could only watch, tormented and intrigued by what she and Danny might be sharing.Jealousy engulfed him like a raging inferno.Alex felt consumed by these flames."You claimed you were unattached."So, what do those indistinct fac