Adel’s eyes were fixed on Naomi as she leaned close to Adham, whispering to him. He caught every movement, every murmur that slipped from Naomi’s lips into Adham’s ear. Then he turned his gaze toward Laila and Yassin with quiet admiration, smiling as they danced swiftly and lightly.The dance ended; applause filled the hall. Adham, Naomi, Yassin, and Laila returned to the table and sat beside Adel. Smiles circled the table.Adel rose, saying, “Please excuse me, I should leave.”Adham replied, “No—not before you have dinner with us.”Naomi smiled and said, “Wait, Adel. The night has only just begun. It seems you don’t enjoy staying out late.”Adel said, “It’s not that—but Nelly is waiting for me at the chalet.”“She will wait for my sake,” Naomi said.Adel smiled. “All right.”Adham smiled as well and raised his hand, signaling to the waiter. The waiter approached the table, stopped before Adham, bowed slightly, and stood with his hands clasped behind his back.“At your service, sir,”
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