AMAYAH’s POV:
I flashed a genuine smile at Mrs. Gozon. Her smile widened even more. She approached me and pulled me to the seat next to her. My heart pounded loudly. I tried squeezing Kalex's hand a few times, but he was engrossed in a conversation, probably with their business partners.
“Amayah?” Mrs. Gozon called out to me. I looked up and met her gaze.
“Yes?” I replied, almost in a whisper.
“Don’t be afraid of me, I am not going to eat you alive,” she said with a soft laugh, and I couldn’t help but join in.
“Sorry, Ma’am. I'm just nervous,” I apologized.
“Madam, look, my friend is already getting cold. You scared her even more,” Cleah teased. I scolded her, but she just rolled her eyes.
“I thought Amayah was going to run away because of my scrutinizing look,” Mrs. Gozon said, cov
