Chapter Twenty-four
MARIAM'S POV As I headed to the sofa to pack my things, I said to Miguel, "I think I'll have to leave with your jacket and bring it back to you on Monday," since he had insisted I keep it on. But before I could proceed, Miguel's unexpected invitation caught me off guard. "Uh, can you wait and have dinner with me?" he asked. I looked at him with wide eyes, surprised. We had shared a spoon during lunch, but that was before I knew about his wealth. Now, I felt hesitant, wondering if I, a normal girl, was qualified to dine with someone like him. The thought made me hesitant, and I wasn't sure how to respond. Miguel's gaze locked onto mine, his eyes filled with expectation. He looked at me with a silent message: 'You will have dinner with me.' His gaze was gentle yet firm, makin
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