Abner released the man's fist and directed his gaze towards Mark, who stood a short distance away.

Mark couldn't help but notice how effortlessly Abner carried himself. The struggling kid he once knew was long gone.

Shirley had really taken good care of him, nurturing not just his confidence but also giving him that glowing skin.

The more Mark thought about it, the more jealous he became. He had never felt this way about anyone before, but now he was tasting the bitter pill of jealousy.

His jealousy was tangible, unabashedly directed at Abner. Their eyes met, sparking an invisible clash.

Abner put down his cider, a drink as light as beer, knowing well that a few bottles wouldn't get him drunk.

Mark sneered, "Still playing kiddie games, I see."

Abner shot back, "Better than being greasy like you old folks."

Youth was an asset, not a reason for ridicule.

aggravated

she'll care about you for long? Give it six months and she'll probably

lately. Especially since she slapped

emphasized the slap, stripping

around Abner. Years later, he would realize, from the moment he saw him, he knew Abner would be his strongest rival, the one who could take away what he

do you think

she's coming back from

realized he wasn't one to back down from a fight, especially if

his anger, a malicious

up, offering a few grand words

and his partner left, Mark's gaze lingered on Abner, who was still lounging on the sofa. Within minutes, two girls approached Abner, trying

to his seat, but his mind was restless. His thoughts

a deep breath, he gripped his drink tighter. Just then, Jessica called him, her voice soft and weak, asking when he would be done

up with

had stopped pretending

charm of ambiguity was always at its peak during the ambiguous stage. Once things became

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