Chapter 44 - Tender

Mira's heart seemed to stop momentarily as her eyes widened in disbelief. She couldn't comprehend the situation and wished that the ground would just open up and swallow her whole—if that were even possible. The embarrassment was overwhelming. Zamian, immediately noticing her distress, met her eyes briefly before he took off his jacket. Without a word, he draped it over her shoulders, his silent gesture providing much-needed coverage and comfort. Mira's cheeks flushed deeply, and her breath caught in the air, as she felt his caring gesture. His jacket, significantly larger than her, covered her adequately and shielded her from further embarrassment.