Chapter 242

Sheena answered the call calmly, and before she could speak, a deep voice on the other end said, "Sheena, it's me." Though puzzled, Sheena could not be bothered. "What's up?" "I've been discharged. To celebrate the success of your first show, I'm going to prepare a feast at home. How about joining me when you're back?" Elijah spoke cautiously, his tone carrying a hint of fear of rejection and a subtle touch of anticipation. Sheena sensed it and fell silent for two minutes. Elijah waited anxiously, his heart pounding rapidly. He refrained from speaking, giving her the time she needed to think. "I can't tonight as I have a celebratory dinner. Maybe another day," Sheena replied, ready to end the call. An anxious tone came from the other end, "Don't hang up! Are you... going to dinner with Skye and Howard?" Sheena admitted, "Yes." "Then..." Elijah hesitated before asking, "Will Colin be there?" "Yes," Sheena responded calmly and indifferently. With the simple reply, E