DRAMA NOVEL ONLINE Chapter 1010 Neither Do I
When Thalia came out twenty minutes later, Anthony and Benjamin were already waiting in the car.
At the sight of her, Anthony frowned. "Aren't you in a hurry? Why did you take so long?"
"Was I long?" Thalia got into the car, fastening her seatbelt with one hand as she asked that question, not daring to meet their eyes. "Were you not long?" Anthony retorted.
"I went to tell Spencer that I was leaving," Thalia murmured casually.
Just then, Benjamin leaned in to take a closer look at her. "Why is your face so red?"
At that, Thalia's face turned even redder. It was as though some secret deep within her had been discovered.
Right then, Anthony also leaned in for a look. In an instant, understanding seemingly dawned upon him. "Ah, I see."
After saying that, he simply sat back down.
Benjamin also nodded. "Indeed." With that said, he likewise sat back down. They both leaned back in their seats, looking utterly relaxed and content.
Thalia, who was driving, glanced at the two boys through the rearview mirror. "No, what have you two figured out?"
"What do you think?" Anthony asked in return.
"What... What could I think? How would I know what you guys figured out?" Thalia countered.
"What else could it be?" Anthony retorted.
Thalia pursed her lips. "We... It's not what you think. We didn't do anything!"
"Is that so?" Anthony continued questioning.
"Of course! Don't let your imagination run wild!" Thalia said, visibly flustered.
Anthony lifted his eyes and cast a meaningful gaze at her. "I didn't say a word, yet you accuse me of having a wild imagination. Are you burying your head in the sand or giving yourself away by denying the obvious?"
Thalia went silent.
Looking at him, Thalia was momentarily at a loss for words.
I shouldn't have talked about this with Anthony! He didn't say anything yet got me to voluntarily "confess" everything!
"I really just told him I was going out!" Thalia emphasized once more.
"Ahem, ahem." At that moment, Benjamin pretentiously cleared his throat.
Seeing that, Thalia immediately shifted her gaze to him. "You don't believe me either, Benjamin?”
"I believe you... But did you forget to look in the mirror before you left home?"
"Look in the mirror? Why?" Thalia asked. As she spoke, she adjusted the angle slightly to look at herself in the rearview mirror.
With a screech, the car came to an abrupt halt.
She flipped the mirror down right away, staring at her lips that had been sucked pale, with traces of lipstick smudged at the edges. Instantly, she felt that her previous explanation seemed downright foolish.
She quickly pulled out her lipstick and applied a new layer. While at it, she took the opportunity to touch up her makeup. Then, she flipped the mirror in the car back up. Turning to the two boys behind her, she fibbed, "I accidentally smudged it while eating just now."
Benjamin nodded. "Right. As long as you believe it, that's all that matters!"
Words eluded Thalia.
She didn't even have the energy to refute it then. Glimpsing at the sunglasses lying nearby, she picked them up and put them on.
Oh well, whatever!
Starting the car, Thalia drove off.
And so, the journey continued in silence with no further words spoken.
It was only when they had also arrived that Benjamin started, "By the way, did Kyle say anything?"
Thalia shook her head. "No. I didn't ask either."
"Didn't you guys go and meet him yesterday?"
"Yeah, but you didn't go. He wanted to meet you too," Thalia retorted.
"Meet me?"
"Oh yes, I forgot to tell you this. I've already informed him about your matter. So, he should be eager to meet you now!" Thalia said. "My matter?"
"Your exceptional talent in design!"
Upon hearing that, Benjamin nodded thoughtfully.
"I just knew that Kyle would be utterly thrilled if he were to learn about it. When I told him yesterday, he almost wanted to pack you up and take you straight back to headquarters!" Thalia said. "Are you sure you aren't exaggerating?" Benjamin asked.
"You'll know once you meet him!" Thalia replied.
Benjamin's brows furrowed. "I just drew it casually!"
Hearing that, Thalia dipped her eyes and stared at him through the rearview mirror. "Typical geniuses are just like you guys. Just look at Anthony. The talent he has is something others can never hope to attain in their entire lifetime!"
Benjamin turned and glanced at Anthony. The latter was sitting there silently as though lost in thought.
"My nature is different from Tony's. He is truly remarkable," Benjamin said.
"It's undeniable that Anthony is indeed remarkable. But Benjamin, both your fields are different. In your domain, you are just as formidable as he is!" Thalia uttered.
Benjamin thought for a moment. "I simply like it, but I don't really understand this industry."
"You don't understand this industry because it is inherently secretive. No one shares about it. It's unlike Anthony's field, where they have to showcase their skills to stand out. This line of work is different. It's mostly behind the scenes and not really a front-line job. Besides, it's all confidential work. So, it's normal that you don't understand!"
"Is there no way to find out more, then?" Benjamin asked.
"Of course, there is!" answered Thalia.
"How?" Benjamin asked immediately, looking eager to learn. "I feel like I need to delve deeper into this!"
Driving, Thalia focused on the road ahead, her delicate brows knitted together. "I'm not too sure about the specifics. Kyle has always been in charge of this area. If you want to know, you can ask him when you meet him!"
As she spoke, something seemingly occurred to her. She looked at him and said, "I believe he had already begun to make arrangements for you all the moment I told him about it. Don't worry. I think he has already designed a plan for your future. All that's left is your agreement!"
Upon hearing that, Benjamin nodded thoughtfully.
At that moment, Anthony, who sat beside his brother, corralled his thoughts and turned to him. "Have you thought it through?"
"Thought what through?"
"Joining this industry. No regrets?"
"I don't know, but this is what I've always liked so far. As such, I'm going to go for it!"
Anthony thought for a moment, then looked at him. "You need to think this through. This kind of job is almost always behind the scenes. There's hardly any chance to be in the spotlight, and any glory you might attain won't be made public. Honestly, it's quite a dull job!"
As Benjamin listened, he began to laugh. "I am not that fond of high-profile jobs myself. I prefer quiet work. Researching things suits me best. As for glory... I don't care for it!"
Following his words, Anthony nodded. "Okay, it's fine as long as you've thought it through!"
Right then, Benjamin looked at him and said, "Even though you guys are hackers, Tony, you all still work behind the computer. So, you're also kind of behind the scenes. And even though your work isn't dull, it's highly dangerous. There are people trying to kidnap you and hunt you down everywhere! In comparison, I'm much safer!" Benjamin teased.
Hearing that, Anthony couldn't help but laugh. "All right, as long as you've thought it through!"
"Yeah. Don't worry. You never regret your choices, and neither do I!" Benjamin enunciated.
Anthony nodded at him.
Just then, the car came to a stop. Thalia turned around to look at them. "We're here. Come, let's alight and take this inside."