The vague, jumbled, and indescribable emotions of the past two months seemed to find an outlet in that instant, becoming sharp and searing.
His gaze was almost uncontrollably glued to her, greedily following her every move.
It was in that very moment that the fog of confusion in his mind suddenly lifted, and everything fell into place.
'He wanted to be with her.'
'Not just as partners, not just as allies.'
Acting almost on instinct, he rose to his feet and walked, step by step, toward Josie.
Josie sensed someone approaching and turned her head.
When her eyes met Miles Murray's intense gaze, a flash of surprise crossed her face. Then, her lips slowly curved into a relaxed, familiar smile:
"Miles Murray? What a coincidence. You're here too?" Her tone was like she'd run into an old friend.
