Xian had been to this restaurant a few times. It was mostly with some classmates who happened to have a smoking habit, and since smoking in public was not allowed anywhere in this university town, they always had to be resourceful in finding hidden spots to sneak in a puff or two. That’s why he knew where to go to now. He could only hope that since it was the weekend and most students would either have gone home or still be sleeping in, not many people would be at this restaurant, and no one else would seek out that place. He didn’t want anyone to interrupt. He had sensed Lance following him just a few moments after he left his own seat. He knew that if anyone was paying attention, they’d find it odd that Lance didn’t immediately try to catch up. After all, if they’re both leaving the