Chapter 10: Rejected

"May I try one of these oranges?" Maya asked with a charming smile. "Of course, please do!" Francis responded quickly. He was captivated by the beautiful and elegant woman before him. As soon as he saw her, Francis felt a rush of emotions, as if he were falling in love. He even started imagining what their children's names would be. Maya smiled again, her slender, fair fingers peeling an orange delicately before placing a segment in her mouth. Her graceful movements mesmerized Francis. Watching her,...