He furrowed his brow, looking at me with a baffled expression. After a moment, he said, "You wouldn't show up without a reason. What is it?" I was at a loss for words, managing only an awkward smile. "Remember that business trip I took to City A?" He nodded, opening a takeout container and starting to eat. He looked weary, as if he’d been cooped up in his office all day. "That night I asked you to