Chapter 114

That night, Clara had just finished getting ready to go to Salsa's birthday party alone when her doorbell rang. Reluctantly, she walked to the front door and opened it, only to find Ronald standing there with a big smile.

"Ronald? What are you doing here?" asked Clara, surprised.

"I came to pick you up, of course," Ronald replied lightly. "We're going to the Salsa party together."

Clara frowned. "But I told you on the phone this afternoon that I was going alone. I appreciate your offer, but-"

"Come on, Clara," Ronald cut in. "We haven't seen each other in a while. This is a good chance to catch up. Besides, it's no fun going alone to a party, is it?"

Before Clara could answer, Charles appeared behind her. His eyes widened at the sight of Ronald.

"Ronald! Long time no see, buddy!" exclaimed Charles, stepping past Clara to hug Ronald. "How are you? I didn't know you were coming tonight."

Ronald returned Charles' hug warmly. "I'm fine, Charles. Yes, I was planning to take Clara to the Sa