Theo momentarily lifted his gaze, as if weighing Lukeâs words. The sun was gradually setting, casting a deep orange hue across the sky. As traces of the sunset touched Lukeâs face, Theo studied him once more before breaking into a faint smile.
"Are you hesitating to go back to the estate alone?"
"...What?"
"Don't worry. No one cares about that. I donât know when Iâll be finished, so you should go ahead without me."
Luke let out a dry laugh, running a hand through his hair. His neatly arranged silver strands shimmered under the golden twilight. Theo, momentarily entranced by the sight, failed to notice the subtle furrow forming between Lukeâs brows.
"Thatâs not what I meant."
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"...Forget it. It's not like you drowned your common sense in that soup earlier or anything."
With an irritated motion, Luke slammed both windows shut and turned around. Seeing his worsening mood, Theoâs expression turned serious. His mind was running at full capacity.
He hadn't said anything particularly offensive. In fact, he had shown concern for Lukeâs rising temperature and even reassured him that he didnât need to wait.
"...Ah."