It was a troubled country, rife with conflict.
He had once taught in its mountainous regions.
Memories flooded his mind, intensifying his frown.
Dulcieâs words echoed in his head.
He remembered her stating her purpose here and the familiarity he felt when they first metâ¦
A realization dawned on Kyson.
Even Destinee sensed the tension.
Destinee inquired, âMiss Burton, is Kyson the man youâve been searching for?â
Dulcie was taken aback.
She quickly shook her head.
âNo⦠No!â
Destinee placed a hand over her mouth, her grin wide.
âReally? Then why are you blushing? Are you feeling shy?â
Caught off guard, Dulcie bowed her head deeply and remained silent.
It was clear to anyone who saw her that she harbored feelings for Kyson.
Kyson was aware of it as well.
After a momentâs thought, Kyson turned to Destinee, who was seated beside him, and inquired, âDestinee, do you like Miss Burton?â
Destinee nodded eagerly and responded, âAbsolutely! Sheâs really kind to me.
You know, Iâd love for her to be my godmother.
â
âWhat?â Dulcie was completely unprepared for the notion of being Kysonâs wife.
The idea made her unexpectedly nervous, and she began to blink rapidly.
Kyson raised his eyes to Dulcie.
Although he had seen her at the aquarium over the years, he had never really examined her face.
Now, giving her a closer look, he realized that while she might not stand out at first, she was indeed quite striking.
The longer he gazed at her, the more beautiful she seemed to become.
Her features were distinct, and her hair and eyes were captivating.
Her fair complexion and tall, slender figure meant that even in a waitressâs uniform, she was noticeably attractive.
Her cheeks flushed with shyness, and as she tucked her hair behind her ears, he found her irresistibly appealing.
Narrowing his eyes, he glanced between Dulcie and Destinee, struck by a sudden idea.
âMiss Burton, Iâm not sure if Iâm the man youâve been searching for all these years, but there is one thing I am certain of.
Weâve met in Tuborg, havenât we?â
Dulcie remained silent.
He said, âYouâre aware that I recently went on a blind date.
â