I had taken Gill around to various major shopping malls in New York, though we didn't buy that much. It was mainly Gill who was busily selecting and examining international high-end brands, likely in search of design inspiration. It was something that interested me as well, so throughout the day, we developed quite a rapport.

By the end of the day, we felt a lot closer to each other than before. Her attitude towards me became friendlier and friendlier.

Occasionally when I would comment and give my opinion on clothes, she would shower me with unexpected compliments,

"I didn't expect you to know so much, Sam." I laughed,

"I still...