QUARTET ALLIANCE: LEND A HAND (Wild Duty & Judgement)

Chapter 59: Cutie

"So, Uber is basically an app where you book rides with a driver. Then the driver comes and picks you up," Cicero explained to the redhead. They were outside the club, sitting on some steps on the opposite side to the building.

Zen listened intently, and Cicero couldn't help but find him adorable. Once the redhead realized that Cicero was grinning at him, he looked away and crossed his arms.

"Sounds like a hassle. Why can't we just find a taxi like normal people?"

Cicero chuckled, seeing right through him. "Because, baby, Uber is faster, cheaper, and more convenient. Plus, you can track your driver in real-time."

Zen's expression darkened, and he promptly smacked Cicero on the arm. "Don't start this bullshit."

Cicero laughed, rubbing his arm where Zen had hit him. "What?"

Just as Zen was going to reply, Rehan interjected with a question. "Hey, do they have Uber in China?"

Zen shook his head, "No."

"Really? How do you get around then?" Cicero leaned in, intrigued.

"My dad's fuckin' BMW," Zen answered and Cicero sighed.

"I know you're dad is a rich businessman. 'M talking about the other people."

"Metros and city bus," he answered.

"I'm gonna go inside, guys," Rehan announced and Zen nodded. They watched the ash blond leave and cross the street.

Taking advantage of the moment, Cicero subtly shifted closer to Zen while the redhead's attention was still focused on Rehan's departure.

With a playful smirk dancing on his lips, Cicero leaned in close, his voice low and suggestive as he whispered into Zen's ear, "Now that we're alone..."

Caught off guard, Zen flinched and turned around in surprise, his cheeks flushing slightly as he realized Cicero's proximity. "What the fuck is wrong with you?!" he exclaimed, shooting Cicero a bewildered look.

Cicero couldn't contain his laughter at Zen's reaction, thoroughly enjoying the opportunity to tease his friend. He just gave him a playful wink as a response.

Rolling his eyes, Zen shook his head in exasperation. "Seriously, knock it off," he muttered. He knew Cicero had fun in teasing him, but sometimes it could be a bit much, especially when it caught him off guard like this.

Cicero turned to Zen. "Hey, how about we go grab a drink together?"

Zen considered the offer for a moment before nodding in agreement. "Sure, why not?"

Entering the club, they found a cozy corner and settled in, ordering their drinks. They clinked their glasses together in a toast.

However, after a couple more drinks, Zen found himself feeling the effects of the alcohol quicker than expected. With his low tolerance, just a few cups were enough to leave him feeling pleasantly tipsy.

Cicero chuckled as he watched Zen's cheeks flush and his laughter become a little louder, enjoying the sight of the redhead let loose.

"Looks like someone's feeling the buzz already," Cicero teased, nudging Zen playfully.

Zen shot him a sheepish grin, his words slightly slurred. "Yeah, yeah, laugh it up, you fucker. Jus' don't expect me to keep up with you all night."

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"And then we helped him go home in a Uber," Rehan finished recalling the events of what happened with Kazuo to Michael, Fay, and Lettita.