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22 - Scar-Nosed Woman

Author: Sakiah Zee
last update Last Updated: 2024-06-25 22:24:11

ARAH

She noticed Gildeon's eyes lingering on the scar-nosed woman. Searching his gaze, she asked, “Do you know her?”

“No,” he replied, then nodded at the menu. “What do you want to get?”

She was taken aback by his quick, dismissive reaction but wondered if she was reading too much into it. Lowering her eyes to the menu, she skimmed over the dishes and pointed to one. “Hmm… this salmon dish right here. I just can’t pronounce the name,” she said, wincing. She caught Gildeon stifling a smile.

A server approached, sensing they were ready to order. Gildeon took care of the rest while her eyes feasted on the restaurant's interior. She’d never been to a place this classy—or at least, not in the time she could remember. The lights above resembled giant pearls caged in coral reefs, casting a warm glow across the room. She thought about getting one for her studio, hoping it wouldn’t be too expensive.

The walls felt alive with lush ferns and vibrant orchids mounted on panels of neat wood slats.
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