A deal with the devil

As soon as Zarah spotted her, she leaped up from her seat and hurried over to Shirley with open arms. “Shirley, it’s been so long!

Taking in the stunning beauty of her friend in het forties, Shirley couldn’t help but smile. She wrapped Zarah in a warm embrace and muttered, “Long time no see, Zarah. You look more ration than ever.

Tarah let out a hearty laugh. “Lewe it all to your beauty tips. They’re far better than any cosmetics we used to use.”

Shicles playfully winked. “Well then, we should thank me properly.”

Without hesitation, Zarah replied, “I definitely will. I brought back some great things from Arland for you. I can show you later.”

Shirley wasn’t shyeither. “Great!

Shirley wore a flowing pink dress, complemented by delicate makeup and cascading curly hair that fell loosely over her shoulder. Her natural beauty had an ethereal quality,

grace and charm.

add to her already stunning appearance. Upclose, her face was like a delicate lily. It was

have a son, otherwise, she would have done everything in her power to make Shirley her daughter–in–law. The Mendosa couple happily married for many years despite not having children, their love only grew stronger

couple had been

David interjected. Despite him being in his gos, he had maintained a fit physique and exuded the charisma of an older

ladies have a moment alone?” Zarah retorted, her eyes shifting toward Samuel.

quite some

Shirley along with her. As they approached the seats beside Samuel, Shirley hesitated. “Zarah, I’ll sit over

burrowed her brows and forcefully pulled Shirley toward the seat next to Samuel. “No, you’re sitting here”

things between Shirley and Samuel. She assumed they were just having a disagreement, as young couples often do. Zarah believed that

Shirley couldn’t bear to sit still If Benjamin caught her there, she knew she would be kicked out of

stood up as soon as Zarah