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53 | Bacchanalia
I accelerated my speed until we arrived at Embong Malang Street. This Surabaya culinary center was lined with international-class star hotels. I looked at the digital clock on my motorbike dashboard. It was 11.30 P.M. Just in time, I thought.
I turned the wheel towards the entrance to the hotel complex. On the front yard, there was SATYRICON INTERNATIONAL hotel name written in all capital letters. It was also highlighted by golden lights as a symbol of luxury.
"Why a hotel?" Kacey asked with a frown.
I then glanced at the rearview mirror. Kacey was shifting defensively.
I turned my motorbike towards the basement parking lot. After taking the parking ticket, I parked close to the elevator.
I hopped out of the motorbike, but Kacey seemed to be still sitting on the passenger seat, clutching her handbag on her stomach. As if she did not want to move.
"You said you trust me, right?" I said in a confident tone while was reaching out Kacey’s
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