Lysa's mind reeled as she processed Ryder's confession. She had secretly harbored feelings for him, but never thought he'd reciprocate.
As they sipped their coffee, Lysa's eyes locked onto Ryder's, searching for answers. "Ryder, I...I don't know what to say."
Ryder's smile was gentle. "You don't have to say anything, Lysa. I just wanted to be honest with you."
Lysa's heart was in limbo, torn between her loyalty to Malaysia and her growing feelings for Ryder. She knew that pursuing a relationship with Ryder would hurt Malaysia, but she couldn't deny the connection they shared...
Meanwhile, Malaysia was oblivious to the unfolding drama, her focus on an upcoming exam. But Bysha, ever the observant one, sensed that something was amiss...