Marco was prepared to face any consequences that might arise from his relationship with Aryan. No power or position was worth leaving his love behind.
With a calm mind, he went to the company as usual. He had expected a suspension notice—or worse, a termination letter—waiting on his desk as a "gift" from his father. But nothing of the sort appeared.
That uneasy calm only deepened the tension within him. It felt as though something far worse was about to happen.
…
That evening, as if destiny itself was giving Evan one final chance to meet Aryan, they crossed paths on Airport Road by pure coincidence.
Evan's car had broken down on the way to the airport. Even after several failed attempts to start it, nothing worked. With no other choice and time running out, the driver stepped out to hail a passing vehicle.
The one who stopped to offer a ride was none other than Aryan.
"Hop in. I'll drop you," Aryan said cheerfully when he saw Evan.
