Chapter 148: Chapter 148: United Front

As they stood there, Roman felt another touch on his arm. He turned around, and his eyes lit up with warmth as he saw Bianca and Saanvi approaching him. He smiled, opening his arms to envelop them in a group hug.

The scent of Sophia's perfume mingled with the sweet aroma of Bianca's hair, creating a heady bouquet that filled Roman's senses.

Just as they were about to pull back, a revving sound echoed through the air, growing louder with each passing moment. Roman's eyes snapped towards the source of the noise, and his gaze narrowed as a car sped into view. The vehicle screeched to a halt mere feet away, sending up a cloud of dust and debris.

Roman's eyes widened as he took in the sight of Xylara leaping out of the driver's side door. Her long, raven-black hair streamed behind her like a banner, and her piercing molten eyes locked onto Roman with an intensity that made his heart skip a beat.