“The rules are straightforward.


    The one who draws the King of Hearts canmand two yers to perform a task.


    Refusal means you have to down three sses of wine.


    ”


    Ste considered declining, but before she could, Farris gently gripped her arm, reassuring her, “It’s fine.


    If you’re notfortable participating, I’ll take the drinks for you.


    ”


    Ste had intended to exin that it wasn’t due to this reason, but when she noticed everyone’s expectant gaze fixed on her, she found it difficult to utter a refusal.


    Gathering her courage, she opted to join the game.


    After shuffling the deck, Cordell began distributing the cards.


    Ste gazed at the cards, her heart pounding with apprehension.


    She stole a nce at Matthew, who remained silent throughout.


    In Matthew’s unpredictable presence, she couldn’t fathom what might unfold.


    She prayed for a swift conclusion to the game.


    And so, the gamemenced.


    In the inaugural round, Mina’s friend, Valeria emerged as the king.


    ted, she called out, “Whoever has the three of spades must ki*s the cheek of the holder of the seven of diamonds.


    ”


    Upon hearing the instruction, everyone hastily examined their cards.


    Relieved by the card in her hand, Ste exhaled a quiet sigh.


    However, the expression on Farris’ face darkened.


    “I have the three of spades,” Mina announced, her voice tinged with a hint of bashfulness.


    The room buzzed, “So, who has the seven of diamonds?”


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    Without a word, Farris reached for a bottle of wine, methodically filling his ss before downing three consecutive shots.


    His fluent movements had already shown the answer.Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org.


    Mina felt a wave of embarrassment.


    While the room felt a tinge of awkwardness, someone tried to Lighten the mood.


    “Farris is just shy, you know!”


    Matthew’s gaze swept the room, finally resting on Ste, who sat isted in a corner.


    Leaning in, Cordell whispered, “Farris was my college ssmate.


    He’s impably talented and irresistibly charming.


    You should be more careful.


    ”


    Before he could finish, he sensed a newfound coldness emanating from Matthew.