Chapter 11

Lucas continued to be dissatisfied on the way home, until we reached the entrance of our neighborhood and he went into his house first.

I was about to take out my keys when Gabriel called out to me.

"Sophia."

I stopped.

He hesitated for a moment before slowly speaking.

"When you were tutoring me in English before, I didn't think about teaching you math in return. I took your kindness for granted. I'm sorry I didn't consider it."

"Next time if you have questions about math, come find me."

I waved my hands repeatedly, "Don't listen to Lucas's nonsense. I really didn't mind at all. Besides, I helped you with English voluntarily."

Gabriel looked at me steadily, "But I don't want you to get too close to Noah, closer than our relationship."

"I think Lucas probably feels the same way, that's why he was so unhappy."

I remained silent for a long time before looking up to answer him.

"What's the use of saying all this? Didn't you guys let Emma join our group too?"

Gabriel's expression changed.

"So, there's nothing wrong with me being close to other people, right? If possible, I also plan to bring Noah into our circle. After all, he's my friend too, just like Emma is your friend."

"But Sophia, Emma is different. Her family situation is like that, so Lucas and I just wanted to take care of her more, so..."

"So, there's a problem between us. You're so smart, you must see it. An apology is just a step, the problem in our friendship hasn't been thoroughly resolved."

I interrupted him.

"Alright, let's stop here for today. I'm tired, see you tomorrow."

"Sophia..."

I blocked the words he was about to say and turned to go back to my own home.