Chapter 15

Benjamin wanted nothing more than to slap himself when he realized what he was saying. With Hayden around, Zara would never need his help. "I mean, Hayden knows everything. He can do anything. If you have any questions, feel free to ask him. He'll give you perfect answers every time!" Benjamin babbled as Hayden fixed his glare on him. He began praising Hayden. Zara listened to his babbling earnestly. She even nodded every so often as he spoke. In reality, she knew that Benjamin was just saying this because they were afraid that Hayden would get angry. That was why she was acting like she agreed with what he said. Hayden was stiff from the moment he walked into the private room. He was probably angry about his friends' conversation earlier. Zara felt the need to do something to alleviate the awkwardness. She tilted her head and said, "I know. Hayden's good at everything." Even she herself felt repulsed at the blatant praise. Hayden opened his mouth like he wanted to say somethi