Chapter Thirty
MIGUEL'S POV ~ I parked my car on the roadside beside the house where she was staying, just a little ways from the front gate. Turning to Mariam, I noticed her removing her seat belt. Once she was done, she looked at me and said, “Thanks.” As she reached for the door handle, I instinctively grabbed her hand to stop her. “Be ready by 5 PM tomorrow. My driver will pick you up,” I stated firmly, locking eyes with her. “Miguel, I told you I can’t stay the night,” she replied, trying to pull her hand away, but I tightened my grip. “Do you want me to come over to your workplace to introduce myself to your boss?” I asked, my tone serious. I wasn’t joking. “What? No!” she exclaimed, shaking her head vigorously. “Then be ready by 5 PM. I’m not accepting any excuses,” I said, my voi
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