The woman was Sierra Lane, Jerome’s high schoolmate. She had graduated two years earlier than Jerome and attended university in Gorgonshire. Jerome had always been a loner and did not have many friends back from high school. He never expected his high schoolmate to show up here on the eve of his departure.

“Am I not welcomed, Jerome?” Sierra asked smilingly as she looked at the astounded Jerome.

Jerome was not good at interacting with people, especially women. He was at a loss for words upon