There was a knock on Elliot's door. Then, it was pushed open.

Ben entered. "Elliot, it's almost the New Year. How do you plan to celebrate? Will you be home or out on holiday?"

Elliot did not look up. His tone was calm. "I'll be spending it at home."

"Then, I'll come over to your place to have dinner! I'm not going back to see my parents." Ben walked over to Elliot's desk and sat down. "Chad's culinary skills are quite good. We'll get him to cook."

Elliot look at him and said directly, "You