Mia's POV:

I smiled at him, a bit awkwardly. This sounded very much like a love confession. “William.”

Before I could continue, my phone began to ring. It was Melanie. “Shit.” I let out, answering the phone. “I'm so sorry. I got carried away, I'll be right there.”

I hung up. “I'm also happy to see you, William, but I have to go meet my friend. She's waiting for me.” I turned to head towards the checkout.

“Wait one moment,” William told me. He hurried away and ...