The uncomfortable silence that was starting to build up was suddenly interrupted as her phone rung. She didn't hesitate as she brought out from her chest pocket to answer the call and realized it was from Milan.

“Is something wrong…?” Sheila couldn't help but get worried as she made to pick the call, she gave Alex a quick apologetic stare. “Please, excuse me for a moment.”

Alex nodded curtly, and Sheila flashed him a quick smile before answering the call. “Hello, Milan.”

“Ms. Sheila…!” Milan exclaimed, her voice filled with trepidation as well as excitement. “It's good to hear your voice after all this while, Ms. Sheila.”

Sheila smiled in...