Chapter 28

Chapter 28 Harley had returned to the country y three days ago , solely to celebrate his mothers birthday .

Aside from his family , only his closest friends knew about his return like Connor Gordon , the slightly eccentric young man currently captivated by the claw machines .

The two had been inseparable since childhood .

Watching Connors unabashed enthusiasm , Harley shd off his headphones and gave him a flat , unimpressed look .

Connor , are you serious ? Arent you a little too old for this ! Whats wrong with reminiscing about childhood ? Connor shot back .

Its childish Harley made a move to is put his headphones back on , but Connor grabbed his arm Come on , I helped you shop for your moms birthday gift .

The least you can do is indulge me for five minutes .

Lets play a few rounds Before Harley could protest , Connor was already dragging him toward the claw machines .

When they got closer , however , they were greeted with an unexpected sight .

Most of the claw machines were completely empty .

wiped out What the heck ? Connor exclaimed , his jaw dropping .

Why are all the claw machines empty ? Harley scanned the area with his usual disinterest .

Maybe theyre being restocked .

isnt there a sign ! Connor frowned

A store attendant quickly emerged from a back room Yes , how can I help you ! * their content Connor pointed at the rows of empty machines

all the toys ? Why are the machines empty

Im so sorry .

all the toys in these machines

in the process of restocking them

youd like to play ,

what ? Connor gaped , gesturing at the rows of machines

all of these by herself ? Yes … The attendants voice trailed off , and they sighed dramatically , clearly still reeling from the ordeal

never missed ,

, a

to the indifferent Harley beside

are , its just a claw

to be surprised about ? Hey , you little brat … Connor , feeling the conversation going nowhere , glanced over at

happen to know which way that young lady Maybe he could still catch

shooting range over there , the attendant explained , pointing in the frection

face lit up

He turned to Harley with newfound

however , was less than enthusiastic , Shaking off Connors hand

to embarrass yourself over a claw machine are

think its plenty embarrassing 1/2 9:26

huffed , spun on his heel , and stalked off toward the

! Stay here and

fun

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