Hadley did not have a second thought when I asked her to meet me. I wanted my meeting with Hadley to be a secret to everyone, so I chose a restaurant where it can give us privacy.

I was already in the restaurant's private room when Hadley texted me that she was there. A few moments later, I saw Hadley enter the room.

"Hi, Hadley! I'm glad that you agree to meet me." I greeted Hadley.

I assist Hadley to her seat ...