Chương 47: Feelings Unveiled

As Adam finished speaking, Ani finally accepted that perhaps he really could feel her presence, almost as if he could actually see her.

Puzzled yet intrigued, she scanned her surroundings again, trying to comprehend the strange sensation.

Adam's voice came through the call once more, teasing, "Still don't believe me?"

"No, it's not that," Ani replied softly, a faint curiosity lacing her words. "I just don't understand from where you're… seeing me?"

Adam chuckled lightly, replying, "Well, I can see you right in front of me, Ani."

Hearing this, Ani instinctively looked forward, holding the phone to her ear.

"Yes, exactly from there," Adam continued with a playful tone. His voice, casual yet laced with mystery, made Ani's cheeks flush a gentle pink.

She couldn't help but look away to the side, as if his presence was truly there, making her self-conscious. It was a strange feeling, and she laughed at herself for letting it affect her so much.

Trying to keep her composure, Ani's fingers twisted nervously. "Can you… stop looking at me now? It's making me self-conscious," she admitted, her voice barely above a whisper.

Adam, hearing the endearing shyness in her voice, couldn't help but grin. "Ah, but the vision has faded, Ani. It comes and goes, especially when I miss you… and it seems I missed you quite a lot."

The soft confession took Ani by surprise, a rare vulnerability in Adam's voice leaving her speechless. After a moment, she whispered, "So… you missed me?"

"Yes," Adam replied with sincerity. There was no teasing this time, only the honest warmth of his words reaching her across the miles.

Ani felt her heartbeat quicken, each beat a pulse of unspoken feelings. Shyly, she responded, "You're not the only one, Adam… I missed you too."

A surge of happiness filled Adam. "If that's the case, then hurry up! I'll be waiting for you at the station." His voice had an excitement Ani could feel, bringing a smile to her lips.

She began to quicken her pace toward the station, lost in thought about how this strange feeling could be so strong yet so thrilling.

Meanwhile, Adam reached the train platform, his heart racing as he scanned the station, anticipating her arrival.

Just as Ani entered the station, she reached the ticket counter while Adam waited on the platform above.

Sona, who was perched on Adam's shoulder, sensed Ani's presence and relayed it to him telepathically, "Lord Adam, I sense Ani just below us."

Adam looked at Sona, a spark of excitement in his gaze. "Sona, can you show her to me again?"

Without hesitation, Sona raised her small, delicate hands, and from her fingertips glowed a soft white light. Her eyes shimmered with a matching luminescent glow.

Instantly, Adam's right eye mirrored that glow, allowing him to see Ani clearly from afar. She was ascending the steps toward the platform, her face bright with expectation.

Adam watched her, an idea forming in his mind. Leaning toward Sona, he murmured, "Sona, I need a favor. When she's almost here, can you make her trip just lightly? Nothing too drastic."

Sona smirked, her playful side showing. "As you wish, Lord Adam," she replied, giving him a small salute.

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Ani, still lost in her thoughts about their recent conversation, ascended the steps, unaware of Adam's presence nearby.

She replayed his words, the way he'd said he missed her, and the warmth of it made her smile to herself.

Just as she reached the top of the steps, a subtle shift threw her off balance. Her foot slipped, and she stumbled forward with a startled gasp.

For a split second, fear flashed through her mind, but suddenly, strong arms wrapped around her, steadying her.

Opening her eyes, Ani found herself looking directly into Adam's intense gaze. Her heart skipped as he held her close, his arms securely around her waist.

She gripped his arms, her fingers brushing the firm muscles beneath his shirt. The surprise on her face softened as she realized he had caught her just in time.

For a long moment, they simply looked at each other, locked in each other's gaze as if time had slowed.

Adam's violet eyes held hers, and a faint smile tugged at the corner of his lips. His heart beat rapidly, yet he felt strangely calm, savoring the closeness between them.

Around them, a few people noticed the scene, chuckling lightly, which finally made them both aware of their surroundings.

Adam cleared his throat, gently releasing her but reluctant to let go completely. "Uh… shall we keep moving?" he asked softly.

Ani, still blushing, nodded, her eyes shyly meeting his before she looked away, both embarrassed and exhilarated.

Adam took her hand without a second thought, his touch gentle but firm, guiding her along as Sona observed everything from his shoulder, her expression amused by her master's sudden boldness.

Sona watched the entire scene from Adam's shoulder, finding herself both entertained and pleased by her master's rare display of affection.

At that moment, Pratham's voice echoed in Adam's mind, urging him mischievously, "Lord Adam, this is a great opportunity—don't let go of her hand."

Encouraged by his companion, Adam hesitantly tightened his grip on Ani's fingers. His touch was light, holding only her fingertip at first, unsure if she'd accept the gesture. But to his delight,

Ani responded, slowly intertwining her fingers with his. Her cheeks were still pink, her gaze averted, but her hand held his tightly, her heartbeat racing.

Sona, witnessing the budding connection between them, couldn't help but giggle softly. Leaning close to Adam's ear, she whispered telepathically, "Why not listen to Ani's inners though?"

Her playful words made Adam smirk. He had never been this close to Ani before, and now he could feel her heartbeat through her hand, mirroring his own.

In that moment, Ani's thoughts filled his mind, as Sona subtly allowed Adam to hear her inner voice: "I… I can't believe I'm holding his hand. His hand is so warm… so strong. I can't look at him… my heart feels like it's about to burst."

Adam's surprise deepened as he realized Ani's feelings, so close to his own. Hearing her thoughts made him feel a mix of amazement and joy.

He hadn't expected her to be so nervous, to feel the same anticipation and wonder.

Her quiet, private thoughts showed a side of her she hadn't shared, yet he now knew he wasn't alone in feeling this way.