_Author’s POV_
The man rose from his seat, a hand outstretched. “Good morning, Miss Feymere. So nice to meet you.”
His greeting was accompanied by a disarming smile. “My name’s William Aldex. But you can call me Will, as all my friends do.”
Zarelle found herself relaxing in the man’s company. He was confident yet very approachable.
Zarelle returned the handshake and the smile. “Good morning, Mr Aldex.”
She was surprised to discover a mug of egg coffee on his desk. “Many visitors find it hard to stomach.”
The egg coffee, a local speciality, consisted of strong black coffee topped with a frothy mixture of egg yolks, condensed milk, and sugar, creating a rich and sweet beverage.
But to those who were accustomed to the traditional ways of coffee preparation, they found t
