Chapter 109

The night was cool, with a light breeze weaving through the air. Murat and Ayleen strolled quietly back toward their car, their earlier exchange with the fireflies lingering in the air between them. The rhythmic sound of his cane tapping against the ground broke the silence, but neither spoke. Ayleen kept stealing glances at him, the warmth of his rare smile still etched in her mind.

As they approached the car, her gaze landed on a cluster of lights a little further down the road. A small gathering of stalls, lit with colorful bulbs, created a charming ambiance. The soft hum of people talking and the occasional laugh drew her attention, but it was the bright ice cream truck at the corner that made her stop in her tracks.

Her eyes lit up like a child’s, the small tug at her lips betraying her excitement. She couldn’t help but stare at the array of frozen treats on display, her heart skipping a beat at the sight.

Murat, who had walked a few steps ahead, turned to fin