Chapter 383: First official date
Nora strolled through the lively Christmas market, a small smile gracing her lips. The shimmering lights cast a golden glow over the cobbled streets, making the entire place look top dreamy.
Last Christmas had been nothing like this. Back then, her world was confined to hospital corridors and her workplace to make ends meet. The festive season had felt like a distant luxury to her, overshadowed by only worry and exhaustion. There had been no time for joy, no space for warmth a year ago.
But things had changed. She had made it through. And along the way, she had met someone who had unexpectedly become a part of her life—Demitri Velkazh.
As she wandered through the market, her gaze fell upon a small stall brimming with handcrafted treasures. She paused, fingers trailing over delicate trinkets and intricate carvings. Among them, a leather bracelet caught her eye, its surface engraved with a single word—"Forever."
A warmth spread through her chest. ’Will Demitri like it? Will he even wear something like this?’
Without overthinking, she picked up the bracelet and turned to the vendor.
"I’ll take this one," she said, pulling out her wallet.
The vendor carefully wrapped the bracelet in a small envelope before handing it to her. After paying, she slipped the envelope into her purse pocket and continued walking through the market.
It wasn’t much, but it was a small token of gratitude for the man who had helped her every time she was in danger.
Nora felt the vibration from her purse and pulled out her phone. Her heart skipped a beat when she saw Demitri’s name flashing on the screen.
She quickly answered, bringing the phone to her ear.