Lisa turned her head, and behind her was Richard, whom she had just met during the day.
"Richard." Lisa greeted him.
She was a bit of a mess right now, and Lisa didn't really want him to see that.
Richard was followed by a female companion in professional attire, who, seeing that he had met an acquaintance, excused herself.
Richard came over to Lisa and was a little puzzled to see her standing drunk and alone on the side of the road.
"Why are you here?"
Lisa's mind boggled, but she smiled politely, "What a coincidence to be out relaxing with friends."
Alcohol was not keeping Lisa very sober, making her pace a little unsteady.
Richard stopped with the pleasantries when he saw this, "It's so late, I'll take you home."
Lisa hesitated briefly and agreed.
Richard tucked Lisa into his
