Emily felt the temperature rising, her cheeks flushing hot, and her whole body becoming warm.

Even a thin layer of sweat formed on her forehead. Her mouth felt dry, and she was parched.

She picked up the wine glass from the table and downed the dark red liquid in one gulp.

“That term doesn’t work, it’s just too cheesy! Let me think of another one. I’m going to the restroom first.” Emily nearly fled in a hurry.

In the women’s restroom, Emily splashed cold ...