Chapter 283 Emily Reveals The Secret

• The weekend sun hung low in the sky as Aidan parked his car outside the quaint little restaurant where he and Emily had agreed to meet. He had been looking forward to this, the warmth of reconnecting with her after so many years apart, but a nagging sense of anticipation had lodged itself in his chest. Something was off—he could feel it. Emily’s voice over the phone had carried a weight, a hesitation, and her words, “There’s something I need to tell you,” had been echoing in his mind ever since.
• He stepped out of the car, running a hand through his dark hair and adjusting the sleeves of his shirt. The restaurant, a cozy spot nestled between two tall brick buildings, gave off a quiet, intimate vibe. Inside, the scent of fresh bread and roasted garlic filled the air. Soft lighting bathed the room in a golden hue, casting shadows over the rustic wooden tables. Aidan spotted Emily almost immediately, sitting by the window, her eyes distant as she stared out at the street.
• She looked just as beautiful as ever, her long hair cascading down her shoulders, her porcelain skin glowing softly in the light. She wore a simple yet elegant navy-blue dress that hugged her form perfectly, but there was something in her posture—a tension that hadn’t been there before.