Chapter 5

Jordan grabbed a wine bottle and smashed it on Jason's head, making the latter bleed profusely. He cried, "How can you compare me to Seraphine? She's a woman, and I'm a man!" Jason clutched his injured forehead and looked at him in disappointment. He said, "From now on, you're no longer my friend." He got up and left without another look back. Jordan was unfazed. He continued drinking with the others and enjoying himself. He didn't think losing a friend would affect him in any way. … The weather was great the following day. Jordan went to look for Jessica after waking up. He brought the luxury goods he'd bought last time. Jessica's attitude toward him remained cool, and her gaze was still as guileless as ever. She looked at Jordan, who held the luxury goods in one hand and a cup of hot coffee in the other. She took the coffee without hesitation. It was still hot and warmed her palm as the chilly morning breeze blew around them. She supposed he was considerate enough. "Why are