A Stranger in the Bar

Tony and Jade were in a taxi heading home.

The taxi cruised calmly through the quiet night.

Outside, it was raining. Just a light drizzle.

Jade and Tony held hands while each gazed out the window.

Actually, Jade could have gone home with her father and the others. But Tony couldn't join them. Their family car couldn't fit five adults.

So Jade decided to take a taxi home, accompanying Tony.

Earlier that afternoon, Tony had indeed arrived at the Robertson family residence in a luxury car, but he had already returned it to its owner.

That's what Tony told Jade. However, we know the truth: Tony's luxury car was currently in Hayley's hand.

There was a reason why Tony and Jade both directed their gaze out the window.

Shortly after they got into the taxi, they glanced at each other, freezing for a moment.

Both were awkward. Jade's pale cheeks, now tinged with color, emphasized how unprepared she was for the sudden romantic atmosphere enveloping them.

They didn't speak but leaned closer toget