Chapter 74: déjà vu !!
The morning sun filtered through the canopies of the man-made forest that bordered the winding road to Cinder Square. Cool air brushed against the window of Miles’s car as he cruised along in silence, the engine humming like a lullaby beneath the faint jazz playing through the speakers.
As the trees thinned ahead, Miles’s eyes caught sight of a car pulled over by the roadside. Its hood was popped open, steam faintly rising into the air.
Miles gently pressed the brakes and slowed to a stop.
From behind the hood, a young man emerged—probably in his early twenties. He wore a crisp navy suit with polished shoes and a silver watch that sparkled in the light. His shirt was a bit untucked on one side, suggesting a rough morning, but he still looked like someone straight out of a business school brochure.
The man spotted Miles’s car and lifted a hopeful hand. "Hey, brother! Mind giving me a lift?"
Miles rolled down his window with a calm glance. "Where to?"
"To Cinder Square," the young man replied quickly, brushing sweat from his brow. "I’ve got an appointment there. Super important. Can you drop me?"
Miles nodded once. "Get in."
"You’re a lifesaver!" The man grinned and jogged over, sliding into the passenger seat.
As he settled in, his eyes widened with awe. "Damn! This car interior is on another level. Is this custom made?"
Miles gave a faint smile. "Kind of. Done by the company though."
"Woah... That’s premium as hell. Feels like I’m riding in a CEO’s car."