A SECOND ENCOUNTER
481 Words
Days passed and Jamie couldn't shake off the memory of the mysterious lady that captivated her with her beauty and grace. He found himself wondering if he would ever see her again and what it would be like to get to know her beyond a simple coffee order.
Meanwhile, Alexandra was busy with her work at her father's tech firm but her mind drifted back the charming coffee waiter who had made her feel see and smiled at her like she was the only person in world
One evening, with the shop tidy and the light dimmed,the other waiters are already gone and Jamie was ready to call it a day when a soft, melodious voice caught his attention, a voice that had been etched in his memory since their last encounter,
"Ready to call it a day and head out?"the voice echoed.
"Sure, I'm done with my tasks."Jamie responded with a hint of surprise.
"Wanted to catch up over a cappuccino but seems I'm late. Would you mind,uh, you know,take a walk with me?"
"Ohhh,sure, I'm done here anyways."
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"So Alexandra seems to be enjoying her job. That's great to see!" Sophia kicked off a chat.
"She's better be! I expect nothing but the best from my own daughter, she capable of achieving great things."James said with a fierce gaze
"James, don't be so intense. Of course she's doing well that's all that matters.
"I just want what's best for her, that's all. And if anyone gets in her ways.....well they'll have to answer to me."he replied softening slightly .
"I'm sure they'll tremble with fear at the thought of facing you,honey".
"They'd better be".James retorted with a smirk. The couple continued chatting lively.
Alexandra came in their cozy living room meeting her parents chatting and greeted them lively.Her mother noticed the nervous behavior of her daughter.
"Alexandra, what's wrong? You seem a bit... fluttery today."
"Oh, no, Mom, I'm fine. Just a little... enthusiastic about life, that's all."
"Enthusiastic? Is everything ok?"James asked.
"Yeah, Dad, everything's great."
Just then, the door burst open and Alexandra's younger sister, Maria,still a college student studying Computer Science, entered the room, bouncing with energy.
"Hey, guys! What's going on? Why's Alex so excited?"
"We're not sure, sweetie. She says everything's fine, but..."
"Oh, I know that look! She's got a secret! Alex, spill the beans!"
"Maria, stop! It's nothing, okay?"Alexandra said.
"Ooh, this is gonna be good! I can tell!"
"Maria, leave your sister alone. If she wants to share something, she will."
"Aww, okay, Dad. But I'm watching you, Alexandra! You can't hide secrets from me forever!"
"Ohh no, you're troublesome always poking nose into things she shouldn't."Sophia throws up her hand in exasperation.
" That's why you love me Mum."Maria replied sarcastically
Alexandra smiled leaving the living,Maria noticed and followed her immediately trying to force words out of her mouth.
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