I saw them standing up out of the corner of my eye. The woman spoke to Atlas while she casually put her arm around his.

When they turned, she looked arrogantly at the diners. Although not striking, her delicate face was charming.

Atlas met my eyes with a blank face. She followed his line of sight and turned to face me. Her entire body froze, and there was a peculiar expression on her face.

Atlas calmly led the woman away. Just before they disappeared from view, she shot me another glance.

Ivanna noticed how Atlas's presence affected me and said, “Let’s grab some drinks. Loosen up a bit!”

I raised both hands in agreement, hoping a few drinks would help me clear my head.

However, Ivanna drove us to the Newturn Bar, which I was apprehensive about. She ordered two cocktails for us, and I gulped one down without knowing what it was. Then I signaled the bartender for another.

“Hey, take it easy. Do you want to get wasted?” Ivanna raised her voice as she leaned on the bar. “Savor the taste.