Yanarym had to pinch her skin to get a hold of herself. Khaleel was doing something to her. He was spellbinding her into a love trap. She wanted to slap her cheeks, left and right to awaken from his enchantment.
Khaleel had this appeal. She could not even see his face yet!
Yanarym looked away from him.
She had to calm down her heart which was screaming from her chest.
It was a good thing that Noy came on time. He even looked puzzled when he looked at them.
Yanarym abruptly stood up and walked towards Noy.
"Here is the pouch of your gold coins, Miss Rym. You can count them–"
"It's all right, I don't have to. I trust you, Noy." Yanarym laughed awkwardly and took the pouch.
She could not shake off this indescribable feeling Khaleel made her feel!
"Could you wait for me for a moment while I pack the snack—"
