BPOV

"Hey..." he smiled.

"You? Here?" I asked like an idiot.

"Yes, I am here." he said, without trying to elaborate himself.

"Where's Carley?" I asked.

"She's with Mom." he said. His terse replies were annoying me like a hell.

"So, may I enter or...?" he chuckled.

"Yeah...Sorry... Please come..." I said, feeling little embarrassed.

"Wanna have some coffee?" I asked as he settled down on the couch.

"No." he said, again giving a terse reply.

"You must be wondering why I am here..." he smiled. I nodded.

"Would you mind if I directly reach to the topic?" he chuckled weakly.

"What?" I asked.

"Actually, the thing is..." he smiled, "Would you want to go on a date with me?"

"What?" I dropped my jaw.