The Love From Vengeance

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I pushed open the heavy oak door of the bustling catery, feeling the warmth of the cozy interior envelop me like a familiar hug. My eyes scanned the room, searching for Mason. Spotting an empty table near the window, I made my way towards it, the sounds of clinking cutlery and murmured conversations filling the air.

Taking a seat, I pulled out my phone to check the time. Of course, the scumbag was running a few minutes late, and it was really galling. I leaned back in my chair, tapping my fingers on the worn wooden surface. The soft glow of the afternoon sun bathed the room in a golden hue.

A server approached my table with a warm smile on his face. “Can I get you something to drink while you wait?” he asked. I ordered a cappuccino and settled back, watching the world outside the window pass by.

“Okay, miss. Anything else?”

“I think I’ll have some orange juice as well.”

“Okie dokie. I’ll be back before you know it.” The server winked at me before walking to get my order. It didn’t take long before he came back with my order. He was fast, and I would rate him five stars for

that.

I sipped on my cappuccino, enjoying the creamy foam on my lips, and the server returned with my orange juice. “Here you go, miss. And my name is Max, by the way. Just in case you need anything else. “He flashed a charming smile, his eyes sparkling with mischief.

I couldn’t help but laugh at his attempt at flirting. “Thank you, Max. I’ll keep that in mind.” I replied, trying to keep my tone light and friendly.

“So, waiting for someone?” Max asked, leaning casually against the table.

I nodded, not wanting to go into any details with a stranger. “Yes, yes, I am.”

like you waiting for him.” Max’s’eyes roamed over

quite the charmer, Max. But I think you should stick to serving tables.”

a break from this person, you know where to find me.” He winked before walking away to attend to

other customers.

by his shameless flirting. I took a sip of my orange juice and checked the time again. Mason was now fifteen minutes late. I sighed, feeling really annoyed with this. He was the one who had called me to meet him here, but

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us in the first place. Since he wanted revenge for his girlfriend, and I wanted vengeance for myself, But

It was Luke asking me where I was and if I was still at work. I laughed softly and asked the same question. His reply came really fast, and it was

Mason didn’t show up. I didn’t want to waste any more of my time and energy on someone so worthless. And if he doesn’t show

finished my drink and asked for the check, Max came

smiling back at him. “Yes, thank you. Can I get the

me the bill, but before I could reach for my wallet, he placed his hand on top of mine.

eyebrow, surprised by his gesture. “Thank you, Max. But

head, his smile widening. “Consider it a thank you for making my shift more enjoyable.” He winked again before walking

in love.” I heard Mason’s voice, so

behind me.

came. I thought you weren’t going

I am.” He smirked and glanced at the server immediately, raising his own hand. “I think

do you keep

you keep on ignoring me?”

I’ve got things to do. I’ve got projects to take

a disbelieving sigh. “Projects. That’s

think I’m lying?”