Believing Horace desired a romantic reunion, Kira was elated. She dressed hastily and hurried to the restaurant, glowing with anticipation.

However, the meeting did not unfold as she had envisioned. Instead of a warm greeting, Horace met her with a frosty stare. "Kira, you've disappointed me," he declared coldly.

Confusion swept over Kira.

“Horace? Why would you say that?" Kira was puzzled.

Horace gazed at her with disappointment and said, "I thought you were merely stubborn, but I never imagined you'd be this extreme. You're quite malicious!"