Side Story 8

Days passed since Mae last saw Kai and Calix flew back home. Her life had settled into a quiet routine, though she couldn't deny being annoyed by the constant attention from the two men. Yet, in a strange way, she had grown accustomed to their presence and the trouble they brought.

Mae sighed as she continued typing on her computer when her coworker, Sebastian, approached her with a cheeky smile and a cup of coffee in hand.

"Yo, Ms. Delgado," Sebastian greeted. "Busy as always, huh?"

Mae smiled at Sebastian's greeting, setting aside her work momentarily.

"Hey, Sebastian," she replied, returning his cheerful demeanor. "Yeah, you know how it is, always something to keep me occupied around here."

Sebastian chuckled. "Tell me about it. So, any exciting plans for the weekend?"

Mae shrugged. "Not really, just the usual. Probably catch up on some reading and maybe binge-watch a new series."

Sebastian nodded, taking a sip of his coffee. "Sounds relaxing. I might hit up a party my friend's th