Chapter 20.3 - Chen

As sharp as Mark was, it didn't take long for him to notice the increasing tension between Hani and me. His puzzled look was all over his face as he glanced. I snorted and tilted my coffee cup at her. 'Are you pleased with what you see?" As soon as she heard my inquiry, she choked and raised her eyebrow as I sipped my coffee. 'Are you all right?" Mark asked, tapping her shoulders. The others at the table also asked whether she was okay. 'Don't be concerned. I'm OK." She encouraged him to ignore their concern with a nod. This time, I spotted Mark staring at me while giving a short glance at Hani. It was as though he was curious about the relationship between this woman and me. Mark couldn't take it any longer and asked her. 'Have you met before?" Although his face was disappointed with our response, Hani and I both shrugged and softly shook our heads. Seemed convinced, she looked at me again. 'Do you think I'm at ease if you keep staring at me like that?" Late