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Chapter 120. Mine Alone!

A sweet smile was etched on Leo's face when he watched Aini who was eating voraciously. "How? Do you like the food? Does everything feel good and suit you?”
Aini who heard that just nodded her head lazilyin fact, she really didn't want to eat in a place far away. However, when the first meal was served, Aini actually felt that everything tasted excellent. That feeling made him take more and more, like a person who was so hungry and had not eaten in the past few days. Indeed, it tasted that good, it's no wonder Leo also liked the food here to the point where he looked more relaxed than usual. 
When the only food left was dessert, Aini's face had changed quite a lot. At first, she looked a little annoyed and there was no smile on her face, but now Aini's face was radiant and filled with smile. For Leo himself, it was like happiness for him, to be able to make Aini smile broadly. When the woman raised her head and looked at Leo, she also smiled so sweetly that Leo felt like capturing it. A sweet smile was carved by Leo when he saw Aini like that. 
"What is it? Is there something you want?” Aini who was surprised by Leo's question, raised an eyebrow, only then did she realize that she was watching Leo. 
“Ah… nothing. I just feel a bit… amazed.” Leo tilted his head to Aini, intending to ask what she meant by that. “Th-that! It's just that… today… you look more relaxed than usual. Also, that smile on your lips. Usually, it doesn't look so sincere, but today was different. Hence, I feel… astonished.”
“Eh?” Leo now gave a mischievous smile. He brought his face closer to Aini. “What exactly does that mean, I look handsome and charming to the point that you can't take your eyes off me? I see, right? Right, right Aini?” Leo's teasing managed to make Aini's face blush. He immediately covered his face and averted his eyes, not liking being teased like that at all. 
“D-don't say that!” Aini exclaimed behind her hand, making her voice a little muffled. “Again… what put you in such a good mood? Not typically. Are your business dealings going well?”
Not expecting Aini to ask like that, Leo could only let out a small chuckle. “Well, let's just say it like that. Every so often there are unexpected things that can make us feel happy, right? One of them… being able to be alone with you without anyone disturbing you.”
“Ah!”
Aini who had let go of her hand, was surprised when Leo flicked her nose with a big smile. Again Aini's face turned red, but she couldn't cover her face, so she decided to just turn her face away. Another chuckle came out of Leo before he finally started to finish the dessert. Seeing Leo eating, Aini also finally ate, neither of them exchanged chats, only enjoying the sweetness of the dessert. 
When all was finished, Leo finally paid for the meal. Aini didn't even have the chance to look at the price of all the food she and Leo shared that night. However, he could bet that the price was more than what he could afford. That curious expression was clearly printed on Aini's face so that Leo, who saw that, also gaped. He stared at the bill that he was going to put in his wallet before looking back at Aini. 
“Do you want to invite your best friend to eat here? If so, just tell me. I'll pay for it. Not that I meant to belittle you and say you wouldn't be able to pay for it, it's just… I see you like this food, so it should be, right?”
“Is that really okay?” Even though Aini didn't like Leo, hearing what he just said made Aini look at the man with hopeful eyes and at the same time a pleading look. 
“Of course, for Aini my future wife, what would I not give?” Leo's last words seemed to attract Aini to the real world. He who had forgotten about the existing agreement immediately lowered his head. The smile that was originally on his face disappeared, and he would rather not let Leo see it. His feelings can change again. "Is there any problem? Did I say wrong…? Sorry, I must have made you uncomfortable.”
“No, I just feel exhausted!” Aini exclaimed quickly. He immediately raised his head and gave a weak smile that showed he was indeed tired. Realizing this, Leo finally noticed the watch on his wrist. “Are we going home soon?”
“Yes. Oh, before that, you go to the parking lot first, I have to go to the restroom and order something to take home. Sorry I forgot.”
“That's okay. Just take your time.”
Even though she said that, Aini actually felt a little annoyed and at the same time relieved. That way, she doesn't have to pretend to keep smiling to keep Leo's feelings in check. The man had left Aini so Aini herself decided to go outside, towards the parking lot. He looked up at the night sky filled with stars. His gaze finally shifted to the street, which seemed to be busy with vehicles, maybe because tomorrow weekend they would be taking a walk for a while. 
Aini didn't know how long she had been waiting outside, but suddenly, she could feel the parking lot becoming crowded. Because of that, Aini decided to avoid the crowd and find a quieter place. Without him realizing it, someone was watching him from inside the restaurant. That person was none other than Leo. He, who had finished, had been watching Aini with a strange smile. Of course, he felt that way because all the plans were going well. 
“And now… the encore. The moment I've been waiting for since I was here,” muttered Leo, sipping his drink, giving a smile to the cashier in front of him. “What is the name? It's so beautiful, really. Have you worked here long? Have you ever eaten food here? I really salute the restaurant here, the food is delicious.”
The cashier guard who knew Leo was trying to approach him only gave a polite smile. “Yes, the food here is made in such a way as to please the customers.”
“I give you two thumbs up. Oh, here's my number. Call sometime, yes, I'll be waiting.” The cashier guard gave an awkward smile as he accepted the number. Leo, who was satisfied, finally, walked out, at the same time, he could see someone pushing Aini from behind, pushing him to the main road where the cars were still crowded. 
“A-accident?!” exclaimed the crowd that was there when they heard the loud sound of Aini who was hit by a large car. Leo, who saw this, immediately changed his facial expression to panic before running to Aini. 
“Aini! Aini! Aini, wake up!” Aini who heard Leo's voice, tried to open her eyes. "Ambulance! Please call an ambulance.” After shouting like that, Leo finally whispered to Aini, “How does it feel? You are aware now, right? If you mess around after this, I'll make sure you pay even more. Because you are completely mine, no one else. Just me."

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    Kurt Rumbaoa Aluag

    hahaha no bgat kunm mhut ta mammaminsan hahahahah madama ml hahaha no bgat sa Bahay nio 🥺 a hahaha no bgat sa hahaha no bgat kunm hahaha I love you too po welcome to the bus stop a hahahaha I can get it and I love it ited ken kuya ej usaren kano ni jhervie sa Bahay Kubo kas hahaha I charge my phone is so beautiful I love it ited u acc kon ne hahaha I charge my life 🧬 to latta ton of your way for sure may be able to help me thanks for sure may be able to help a lot to do you want me thanks kasi

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    Ma Viane Gacillo

    Ai ni and Salsa nodding together indicate that they don't believe it or actually don't know for sure because it hasn't been seen by their own eyes so everything feels uncertain but

    26/08/2023

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    BacalanArvee

    for sure because it

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