Chapter 251

• Teacher Ewan froze for a moment, momentarily perplexed by the cashier’s question. QR code? Card swipe? He wasn’t concerned with the specifics—normally, he would simply hand over his card.
• But as he instinctively reached for his pocket, his expression shifted. A deep frown creased his face. He quickly realized his current attire had no pockets, and his bank card was still with XL, who had been holding it for safekeeping.
• The cashier’s polite smile wavered, her enthusiasm dimming. Noticing the awkward moment, Liza smoothly stepped forward and handed over her own card to pay.