85 Foolishly Hoping (1/2)

”Obsession is a complex thing. You never know.” I shrugged. ”You make it sound like you killed her and buried her.” I had to laugh.

”Well, most people would think the same. But there is nothing called a perfect crime. Even I couldn't pull it off. Someone or the other would find out how everything happened and I wouldn't be free. I don't have those instincts.”

”Yes, you're above human instincts and too pretty for jail. Got it.” He shook his head and smiled as he watched me laugh to my heart's content.

”It's clearly getting too late for you to think clearly.” He shook his head. ”You should go to sleep soon,” he looked down at his watch. ”If you start now, your ritual will be over in time for you to sleep.”

”So this is why you made me watch these videos?” I asked, amused.

”Why would you think that? This is a high priority case. Of course, you need to be in the loop. I'm just here in time to monitor you.” What a straight reply.

”Well, we've finished watching the videos so you can go home,” I admonished.

Sebastian's mouth slung down in a frown. ”Isn't it more productive if I stay? Dr Knight asked someone to accompany you and you don't know anyone else from me. Moreover, I already brought Sheng Sheng over and she is asleep.” He pointed towards his cat.

Knowing that it was a lost cause, I shook my head. ”You as you will.” I got up from the ground and sauntered towards my bedroom. Picking out the clothes I wanted, I placed them in the bathroom.

”Make sure to take a proper cold shower! Your body temperature needs to be low to facilitate better sleep!”

What a nag.

I showered slowly and remembered to towel my body dry. It was getting chillier outside and I didn't want to catch a cold. I put on my night clothes, very different from my usual clothes and walked out with the towel in my hair.

Sebastian peered at me curiously and then stood stumped.

”This is not what you wear usually,” he protested. I was wearing a tank top and really short shorts.

”This is what I usually wear to bed. If it's too scandalous for you, it can't be helped. I feel comfortable in this.” Sebastian sighed in resignation.

”Well, your comfort is important.”

”Did you bring any clothes that you want to change into?” I asked. He wasn't wearing clothes fit to sleep in.