CHAPTER 313
Tak. Tak. Tak. Tak. Tak.
From slow, unhurried steps to a rushed, fast-paced walk that broke into a full sprint, Van and Ray lunged at each other.
When they drew close, they lifted their hands into the air as if they were about to execute a high five.
Clap—!
A loud, solid, deep dab echoed as they clasped their hands in the air with broad smiles on their faces.
"Man, was I worried for nothing. I never knew Kai was with you," Ray uttered as they smoothly transitioned into a deep, brotherly hug.
"Uh… Ray," Van coughed out while tapping his friend's back.
"What?"
"You are fucking choking me, dumbass! Have you forgotten how strong you are now, fool?!" Van choked out amidst deep, ragged breaths.
"Oh. Shoot," Ray shouted and quickly disengaged with a nervous chuckle.
Breathing deeply while tapping his chest, Van growled at his friend.
"Stupid. I missed you too."
Ray smiled sheepishly, then tilted his head in Kai's direction.
