“ I trust you “ relief floods Mirza’s face
“ But I’m going to say something right now. This is the last time you will order me around. Ever. Is that clear? “
He hesitates for a second, before nodding. “ Thank you, Kirania. I’m so sorry. For this, and everything else “
“ I’ve heard it before, Mirza “
“ I know. I know you have. But this is the last time. I promise “
“ A promise means everything to me, Mirza. But once you break it, a sorry means nothing “
“ You sound like you’re speaking from experience “
“ Yes, I am. With you “
His hands grip the steering wheel, his knuckles white. His eyes dart to the rearview mirror. He puts his feet to the gas. The Escalade speeds up.
Soon, she has flown past the highways and the city, her surroundings zooming by in seconds.
“ Mirza… can you slo
