Without pausing for even a brief moment to gauge Meirah’s reaction, Susan eagerly chased after Lucian, her energy infectious and her excitement clearly written all over her face. With a graceful bound, she made her way into Lucian’s car, planting herself comfortably inside and peering out of the window with sparkling eyes. She waved enthusiastically at Meirah, urging her on. “Come on, Sister! Don’t be a slowpoke; we’re going to have some fun with ourselves this evening!”
Meirah, caught amidst the tumult of Susan’s bubbling enthusiasm, couldn’t help but let a genuine smile grace her lips, her earlier reservations and doubts momentarily forgotten. Susan’s presence was something that made her feel relieved.
With no other option visible, Meirah hastened her pace, quickly making her way to th
