Chapter 84: Unexpected News
His kiss was gentle, like a golden promise, and it caught Mira completely off guard. She had not expected such a tender gesture from Zamian, and it felt almost surreal, as if she were caught in a dream. When he finally pulled away, her cheeks flushed with a deep embarrassment, a rosy hue that made her feel both exhilarated and shy. The chauffeur, who had respectfully turned his back to them, only intensified her blush, as she felt suddenly aware of their surroundings.
"Call me, okay?" Zamian reminded her softly, his voice a warm murmur that lingered in the air between them. Mira nodded, her heart racing, too shy to respond with words, the weight of their unspoken connection pressing heavily in the space around them.
As the moment of parting drew nearer, she found it hard to say goodbye, fearing that it would feel too final, as if he might never return. "See you soon," she finally whispered, her voice barely audible, yet filled with hopeful anticipation.
Zamian nodded, a slow, charming smile playing on his lips, before he turned and entered the car. With that, the vehicle zoomed off, leaving Mira standing there, her heart still racing. She exhaled softly, her fingers gently caressing the card he had given her, seeking reassurance in its presence. She stood there for a moment longer, watching the car disappear into the distance, until it was completely out of view.
Turning around, she spotted James standing nearby, Lily by his side, and her face lit up with excitement.
"Oh my, Lily!" she exclaimed, her voice brightening with genuine joy. Usually, Lily would leap into Mira’s arms for a hug, but this time, she embraced her gently instead, perhaps sensing the whirlwind of emotions swirling within her.
"Oh, Mira, congratulations! I heard the good news," Lily said, her warm smile radiating happiness.
"Thank you," Mira replied, returning the smile with equal warmth, her heart still fluttering from her earlier encounter with Zamian.
"Hello, Mr. James," she greeted him, her tone respectful as she acknowledged his presence.
"Mrs. Mira, how are you doing?" he asked, his expression friendly.
"Great, thanks," she responded, her thoughts still drifting back to Zamian, the moment of their kiss replaying in her mind. She turned her attention back to Lily, eager to shift her focus away from her racing heart.