Her surprise grew, and she couldn't help but feel a sense of apprehension. Was this just a friendly gesture, or was there something more to it? As Liam approached their table, she tried to read his expression for any clues, but he was smiling in his usual affable manner. Nevertheless, Mel couldn't shake off the nagging feeling that something was off.
Meanwhile, Ethan observed Mel's reaction with interest, trying to decipher what was going on. He too noticed Liam's unusual accessory and wondered what it meant. As Liam greeted them and took a seat, Ethan couldn't resist asking, "So, Liam, what's with the flowers?"
Liam chuckled and replied, "Just a small surprise for Mel; I heard she's been doing amazing work lately, and to congratulate her on anchoring the new shoe project," Liam said w
