Chapter 31.2 - Alex

Anna located an empty table when we arrived and motioned for me to join her. She crossed her legs and laid her coat on the armrest as soon as she sat down on the plush couch. She gestured with her arm to the waiter's attention. He approached us after a bit, a wide smile on his face, and placed her caramel macchiato and my black coffee. She grabbed the mug and took a sip as soon as he walked away. She sighed as she stared at me. 'Alex, how are you doing?" 'I'm okay. How did you end up here?" I took a breather and drank a large cup of coffee. 'Yes, it's been a while since we've seen each other." She took a breath and laughed. 'It's been a decade." She halted once more and leaned against the chair's back. 'Alex, you're still the same. Even though your hairstyle has changed dramatically. However, your appearance stays youthful. Could you give me your skincare secret?" She laughed and paused. 'What happened to your face by the way?" 'Accident. Nothing dramatic." I dismi