The next morning at the office, Mira walked into the office and was met first by Thane. He watched her for a while, confused if he should talk to her or just ignore her like they have been doing all week.
“Good morning, Mira,” he said informally, unsure if she would answer him.
“Good morning, Thane,” she replied calmly, pausing on her track to her office.
Thane blinked, surprised by her sudden change in tone. Mira had answered him calmly, even politely. No sharp edge in her voice. No cold shoulder. Just simple, civil words.
“Would you like to have lunch with me later?” he asked cautiously, still trying to be careful.
Mira didn’t hesitate.
“Sure,” she said with a small nod.
“Let me know the time.”
Then, without waiting for his reaction, she turned and stepped into her office, clos
