Chapter 277: The Train Ride
Chapter: The Train Ride
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The soft hum of the train filled the compartment as Adam and Ani boarded, their footsteps blending with the faint clatter of wheels on steel tracks.
The morning sunlight streamed through the windows, casting a warm glow on the seats. The compartment was moderately crowded, but Adam found an empty two-seater near the window and gestured for Ani to sit.
They slid into their seats, sitting close enough that their shoulders almost touched.
The atmosphere between them was a mix of excitement and nervousness, a palpable energy that neither could ignore.
Adam noticed that Ani’s hand was still in his, her grip gentle but firm. He glanced at her from the corner of his eye, wondering if she realized they hadn’t let go since leaving the station.
Ani, on the other hand, was hyper-aware of the connection. Her heart raced as she stared out the window, trying to focus on the blur of passing trees and distant rooftops.
She could feel Adam’s warmth through their intertwined hands, and it sent a flutter through her chest that she couldn’t quite explain.
Sona, perched comfortably on Adam’s shoulder, observed the scene with a mischievous glint in her eyes.
The silence between Adam and Ani was far from uncomfortable, but Sona couldn’t resist stirring the pot. Speaking telepathically, her voice echoed gently in both their minds: "Why don’t we play a game?"