I had to admit that Caleb was proving to be more of a challenge than I had expected.
"Your brother is such a tough nut to crack, I'm throwing in the towel."
"That's not an option. I've even practiced washing my hair upside down in anticipation. You can't give up now," she retorted.
"..."
I had never seen anyone so eager to perform a handstand hair wash.
Then Zoe added, "Just wait, I'll do some snooping for you."
Before I could respond, she hung up.
I couldn't help but think that the situation wasn't going to improve.
The reason Caleb joined me at the hot spring and shared that kiss with me may have been because he had a "why not take what is readily offered" attitude.
However, two minutes later, Zoe sent me a screenshot of her conversation with Caleb.
Zoe: [What the hell do you think about my friend?]
Caleb: [?]
Zoe: [If you don't like her, just say no, don't leave her hanging.]
Caleb: [Am I that kind of person to you?]
Zoe: [You're not exactly known for being nice.]
Caleb: [I'm not leaving her hanging.]
Zoe: [Then what the hell do you mean?]
Caleb didn't respond.
Zoe took his silence as a clear sign that Caleb was interested in me as well.
I scoffed.