The Cause And Effect (2)

"Yo! William!"

Startled, William tensed up, his tail wiggling cutely as he eagerly turned around. Upon spotting me, his expression lit up, his chin raised with enthusiasm.

"Vallen! Long time no see!" he greeted, the corners of his lips curling upward.

Amused, I closed my eyes for a brief second, shook my shoulders, and settled into the chair across from him. I signaled the waitress to take my order.

"So, what have you been up to lately?" I turned my attention back to William. He leaned back comfortably and responded with a soft hum.

"Mostly family business, and the rest of my time is spent hanging out with my girlfriend," he said, a hint of smugness in his tone.

I rolled my eyes at his response and sighed. "Yeah, right. I'm getting jealous."

"Liar," he retorted, pursing his lips. "Your expression clearly says the opposite. Anyway, how's your eyes? I thought you wouldn't be able to see."

"Ah... Well, let's save that question and enjoy the snack first!"

As my order arrived, he let the m