Chapter 008 - Unexpected Encounter

After a long catch-up session, Ember and her best friend Xia had to separate ways because Xia had to attend a business meeting. A client had called and wanted to set up a meeting to plan an event. Her best friend is a busy woman, as she is in high demand as a wedding and event planner.

She felt fortunate to have a moment to chat despite her best friend’s hectic schedule.

“Please be careful.” Ember waved at her friend with a smile.

"You too," Xia smiled back, waving back. Afterward, she climbed into her pink car.

The car raced into the distance and Ember retraced her steps back to her rented apartment which was only a stone-throw away. As she walked across the pavement, a tall slender woman emerged from a grocery store.

“What a beauty,” Ember thought to herself, unable to tear her gaze off her angelic features. She had the gentlest face she had ever seen. Her skin was as flawless as a pearl and her cherry lips would make a rose ashamed to bloom in her presence. Her intense, sapphire