Chapter 178. Coffee-Shop Talk

Entering the cafe, I was immediately greeted by the familiar aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the soft hum of conversation. The atmosphere was cozy and inviting, a stark contrast to the chaos of my own thoughts. 

Spotting Aunt Maze sitting at a corner table, surrounded by notebooks and pens, I could not help but smile. Despite everything that had happened, seeing her brought a sense of calmness to me. 

Making my way over to her table, I greeted her with a warm hug, taking her by surprise. “Hey, Aunt Maze. Long time no see.” Lol

She returned the hug, surprise plastered on her features, but happiness soon replaced it. “Chris, dear, it’s been too long. How have you been?” She asked, her eyes running over me. 

I took a seat opposite her, feeling a sense of relief wash over me. “I have been…” I did not know how to tell her that my life had been a mess. There was just so much to unpack. “...navigating through some rough waters, to say th