Chapter Twenty Seven

“Nice to meet you, Cherry," I greeted her with a smile, extending my hand for a handshake.

Cherry returned my smile, reaching her hand to return the handshake."It's a pleasure to meet you too, Jasmine." She said.

I glanced over at Levi, my curiosity piqued. "How come You never mentioned her to me, Levi?"

Levi's cheeks flushed slightly as he chuckled nervously. "Well, that’s because I’m meeting her for the first time. So are you."

His response, though unexpected, filled me with a sense of relief. The lingering doubts and insecurities that had plagued my mind seemed to dissipate, replaced by a newfound ease. It was clear that Cherry and Levi's relationship was platonic, and I could breathe a little easier.

Cherry, ever the inquisitive older woman, tilted her head and looked back and forth between Levi and me. "So, are you two like… dating?"

I smirked, glancing at Levi, eager to hear his response. "Well, Levi, what do you say?"

Levi met my gaze, his eyes sparkling with affection. "Yes,