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Smile And Wave

Author: Annabel Oriakhi
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CHAPTER 9

Smile And Wave

ELIAN

I gently tap Aiden’s shoulder, his tightly shut eyes pry open, taking in the interior of the bar. I have to say it looks better than I anticipated. A candle lit chandelier, huge barrels to store the beer, lots of polished wood, and soft jazz music. It really sells the vibe of 1800’s bar. I like it, it’s warm and cozy. It makes me want to forget all my troubles at the door and just have drinks with a friend. I suppose that’s what the designer intended.

I turn to Aiden with a wide smile, ‘do you like it?’ I really hope he does I can tell we can have a lot of fun here.

He nods fervently.

Thank God, ‘Okay good, should we sit?’

He stares fearfully at the few customers scattered about, who don’t even raise their heads to spare us a glance. His face turns pale as his huge eyes find mine.

‘They won’t bite.’ I reassure him, squeezing his shoulder gently, ‘they won’t bite I promise.’

He nods in understanding. I take his clammy hands in mine, leading us to a table a
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