Rey and James sat on the available seats while three others were occupied by other people.

As they began to prepare the noodles, they brought and savored the taste of each one they brought with it.

Someone eyes fell on them and the items they were eating. It was a girl whose eyes nearly popped out at seeing these two boys eating such expensive things without any special occasion.

"Hey Mira, look at those guys, I think they are some kinds of rich heirs eating here to experience of people," Nina said to her friend, who was watching her phone.

"Huh, what are you talking about, Nina? You read too many novels to think that these high rich family brats would come to such normal and local stores to eat. Even if they ar..." Mira, who was looking at her phone, glanced at the area her friend pointed out.

She saw two guys eating the deluxe premium snacks they dreamt of eating one day, as if it were some cheap food.

"Now do you believe me?"

"Yesss... but before even looking at the food, can't you see both of them? That blondie over there is quite a charming prince, I would say, and even his friend, or whatever he is, is also above grade cutie."

Mira said as she began to imagine something which isn't appropriate to mention right now.

"Heh~~~heh~~~."

"Hey, come out of your pervy dreams. And what do you think? Should we try our chance to get close to such rich kids?"

"Yes, let's try it, as no one will reject us, right? You take that blondie, and I'll take that cutie."

Mira said as she and her friend started to walk toward them just as they were about to start eating.

"Umm~~~ hello, are you guys new here?" She asked while tucking her hair as she bent a to show a cute side of her to make a strong first impression.

"Oh yes, we are new here, I guess," James said as it was really their first time coming here.... after high school.

"Oh, that's great, as we do too. Would you like to eat together?" Nina said as she introduced herself.

"Ah yes, name is Nina, and this is my friend Mira. We are both new to this area as well."

"And my name is James, and this fellow here is my friend Rey," James said as he pointed to him.

Rey nodded and looked away toward his noodles, as his priority was simple: to eat and nothing else, as he didn't have some interest in other girls expect one and his only love and care were for his family, friends, and... Aria.

James started chatting with them, and the girls opened up to him, to his extroverted personality.

Meanwhile, Rey's eyes landed on them to their motive for being there, as the girls were good-looking and charming. While coming to see James was one story, one of the girls, Mira, kept glancing at him from time to time.

'What are the chances they came to us thinking we are of some rich family?' he thought, but quickly dismissed the idea, as his clothes average and he was not as good-looking as James.

'Maybe they really came to meet with James. Well, it's not like I care about it, but my little party is being interrupted here,' he thought as he looked at the items and found them quite prepared.

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"Hey, James, I'm going to eat my meal, so you can eat yours when you wish," he said as he started to eat his meal, trying out noodles, cake, buns of different flavors, and even the sweets, which James offered to the girls. After eating, he realized it was too tasty to have just one, so he thought to head back after buying one more to let Emmy and Jasmine taste it themselves.

After finishing his meal, he glanced at James, who was still engaging with the girls effortlessly. They were all happily conversing as if they were close friends.

"So, Mr. Rey, I heard from your friend that today is your birthday, and this treat is from you," Mira said as she approached him, who was about to leave.

"Yes, it's my birthday today, so I decided to throw a small party for my friend," he replied, smiling politely not to show his irritation.

"Happy birthday, and sorry for crashing your party without notice," she said, with Nina, who was talking with James, also wishing him a happy birthday.

"No, it's not like that. I don't think you ruined our party, so no need to apologize."

"Then, as a consolation for crashing your party, would you like to go to karaoke or a club to celebrate your birthday? It's on us," she suggested, smiling charmingly.

"No, even if you're not worried about it but we feel guilty to ruin your party, so we wish to let you both get some good time enjoying and dancing in exchange for ruining the party of yours.," Nina said. Mira nodded in agreement, thinking that perhaps they could become friends if things went well.

"Yes... oh, sorry, but my bro and I need to go to his house to celebrate his birthday with his family. So, sorry girls, but we'll go next time," James said, shrugging slightly after seeing Rey's stern look to decline the offer.

"Oh, that's too bad, but no worries, we'll go later on. Here's my number, so call me when you want to go," she said, showing him her number. James nodded, typed a few digits, and then nodded again.

Afterward, both groups went their separate ways. Rey and James stayed for a few more minutes, both sighing as Rey asked, "You didn't take her number seriously, right?"

"Nah, I just took it out of formality. Although they seemed nice, I can tell the difference between someone who wants to be friends and someone who is just after your money. Those two girls approached us after seeing us buying some high-rated snacks."

"You really are a piece cut from a unique cloth," Rey said, nodding in agreement.

As he and James began to walk away after disposing of the trash, Rey asked James to wait outside while he went into the store to buy that sweet treat for Emmy and Jasmine that he liked so much.

After putting it away in his inventory, he walked out of the store and saw James talking with someone, his expression complicated.

He stopped by his side and began to listen. As he recognized the voice, he realized it was James's mother, whom he had seen and heard about in the news.

"James, I told you not to associate with those kids anymore. You didn't listen to a single word I said. Are you even my son who used to listen to everything I told you?"

"Mom, I told you that I was coming back after celebrating my friend's birthday, and nothing more. And please don't remind me of my past childhood life. It was a prison for me back then, and this life is what I need," James said, his best not to raise his voice.

"And you must be paying their bills after the party, right? I told you those kids are just after your money. Why didn't you listen to me? But now, I don't wish to hear anything. Just come back now, or we'll have to send someone to pick you up," she said with a domineering voice. James shut down, knowing that even if he told her Rey paid, she wouldn't believe him, so he just agreed.

"Okay, mom, I'm coming back, but don't send anyone to pick me up. I'll come back on my in a little while."

"Okay, but if late and don't reach home within an hour, be prepared for a serious lesson today," she said before hanging up. James closed his eyes and took a deep breath.

"What happened, bro? More trouble with your mom's anger issues?" Rey asked.

"Yes, brother, it's just the old habit of her coming home in an hour. Can't my mom be like other mothers I see around? Why go anywhere as see your mom, she is so sweet to you and your sister and never shouts at you both. I wish she could be like her."

"No brother, every single mother is the same as yours. Even though they get angry over our mistakes, their worry for us rises in one situation or another. Every parent cares for their children, whether they are kings and queens or normal citizens."

"Talking is great, but reality is not sugar-coated like that, brother. So, I have to leave now."

James said, and Rey just nodded as both parted ways after walking for a few minutes. James rushed home before his mom got angry and Rey also started to go home when suddenly his phone rang.

"Now what is it?" He said as he took it out and started to read the message he got. After reading it, the only thing he did was make a weird face and shout,

"What the hell is this thing..."

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What happened just now. Is it a threat call or something else, possibilities are limitless. Wish to know then add it to your library and also give me some reviews bro, can't you rate what it's to your taste.