Chapter 91
VANESSA
Stepping into the bustling café, I was immediately enveloped by the hum of chatter and the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee. My eyes scanned the room, searching for a familiar face among the sea of strangers. It didn’t take long for me to spot her, seated by the window where the sunlight streamed through the transparent glass, casting a warm glow on everything it touched.
"Mary!" I called out, waving enthusiastically, my lips curling into a wide smile. She turned towards me, her face lighting up with a grin that made her look as carefree as a child.
She waved back, her joy evident in her eyes. "Vanessa!" She greeted me as I made my way to her table.
Settling into the chair opposite her, I could feel the warmth of the sun on my back. It was a beautiful day, the k
