Maria's Point of View
I sat at the quaint café, idly stirring my coffee as I replayed my conversation with Fredrick. The warm sun filtered through the windows, casting a serene glow over me and Lizelle at our table. Despite the comforting atmosphere, my thoughts were anything but peaceful.
Lizelle noticed my distant demeanor and leaned in with concern. "What's wrong? You've been quiet since we got here."
I met her gaze, trying to find the right words. "It's about Fredrick," I finally said, unsure of myself.
Lizelle's interest was immediately piqued. "Fredrick? Did something happen with the defamation case?"
I shook my head and let out a sigh. "No, the case is fine. It's… more personal than that. He confessed his feelings for me."
Her eyes widened in surprise and she struggled to pro
