The Aurelius :
Parth walked into Aurelius , with a familiar blend of excitement and anticipation that marked the start of each day . The polished floors and neatly arranged displays were a testament to his meticulous nature , and he took pride in maintaining the store’s upscale image . But today , there was an undercurrent of worry threading through his thoughts .
Maria had left , and though she had assured him she was taking a well-paying job , the details were scant and left him with an uneasy feeling as did the thoughts of her fiancé . He wondered what kind of i***t he was to not cherish her .
As he made his way through the store , he spotted a young woman arranging a display of designer handbags . She was new— Maria’s replacement . Pariniti.
He had met her on her joining , briefly
