Being Ridiculed

Adrian was so shocked that he almost couldn’t say a single word. When he noticed Alice’s suspicious expression, he could only nod and say, “Oh, yes, it’s my mother.” Meanwhile, he thought, To be honest, I am referring to you, Alice. Why can’t you see it?” “Oh, the dreaded Oedipus complex. You know, a lot of girls do mind their boyfriends have that complex. I am going to the office now, bye.” Alice said as she reached for her bag. “Let me walk you,” Adrian said as he stood up. Alice waved her hand and then pointed to the kitchen and said, “Oh, no, you don’t have to do that. Nian’s gone to get your pizza, hasn’t she? You should wait here for her. Don’t worry, I can walk out of my own.” Alice then picked up her bag and walked out of the cafe. Nian came back after a while. As she placed the steaming pizza on the table, the iron tray clattered against the table. Nian asked, “Where is your sister?” Adrian said, “You scared the hell out of me! Can you not be so rude?” Nian’s smile vanished as