Chapter 81

Franklyn and Arthur clicked the glasses and stared down at the busy roads humming with the horns of vehicles. They were both a few drinks deep, their inhibitions melting away with each sip.

Franklyn couldn't help but notice the softened expression on Arthur's face as he recounted a story from his past.

"So, when did you realize you were head over heels for Chief?" Franklyn asked, his words slightly slurred from the alcohol.

Arthur chuckled, a warm glow of nostalgia washing over him when he remembered the days. "Oh, it was back in our days being rebels. He was just so cool, you know? Like, effortlessly cool. And he had this magnetic charm that drew everyone to him."

Franklyn nodded, leaning in closer to catch every word. He found himself fascinated by Arthur's genuine admiration for Adler. To be honest, each word of Arthur was true, how could Adler influence someone, Effortlessly?

"And he was, like, the ultimate dream boy," Arthur continued, an admiration in his voice. "I mean, he was