#63 “Well, That’s Quite the Family Drama.”

Michael had arrived at the location for his date with Sophia and immediately spotted her in the midst of the bustling crowd. He couldn’t help but raise his hands in astonishment before making his way toward her.

Sophia couldn’t contain her laughter as she observed Michael’s reaction. He closed the distance between them with a warm smile, and she returned it in kind.

“If I’m being honest, I never would have guessed that our date would be at a country fair festival,” he remarked, wrapping her in a friendly hug.

Sophia reciprocated the hug. “What can I tell you? I’m full of surprises,” she replied with a playful glint in her eye.

Together, they made their way toward the entrance of the festival, the lively sounds of people and the laughter of children providing a cheerful backdrop to their conversation.

“So, how did you decide on this place?” Michael inquired. “I didn’t grow up with a silver spoon in my mouth, and as soon as I saw the ad for the fair, I couldn’t resist,” Sophia explained, a touch of nostalgia in her voice.

Her thoughts briefly took a turn, wondering if Alexander had ever believed she was only interested in him for his wealth, perhaps due to her humble upbringing in the countryside. She chided herself for letting thoughts of her ex-husband intrude on her date with another man.

guess there’s still a lot to learn about you, Ms. Johnson,” Michael replied. Michael couldn’t help but be surprised when he laid eyes on Sophia’s outfit for the day. She looked stunning as always, but he was accustomed to seeing her in elegant dresses and skirts. Now she was wearing jeans and a white T-shirt.

“Where should we start?” he asked, gesturing to the various attractions at the festival.

“I’m up for anything,” she replied with a smile. “How about the Ferris wheel?” Michael suggested, opting for the more romantic attractions in his bid to win over Sophia.

“Sure,” she agreed.

They made their way to the Ferris wheel and purchased their tickets. As they waited in line, Michael struck up a conversation.

this often?” he inquired. Sophia chuckled. “Not really. I rarely have the time to come

lawyer by day and a pumpkin festival champion

and I did win an award

When it was their turn to board the Ferris wheel, they settled into a booth together. Sophia initially tried to

couldn’t help but

gets windy,” he explained with a smile. Sophia politely declined the jacket, finding

pointed out various buildings

view is quite enchanting and

replied with a smile, trying not to

behavior was becoming increasingly over-the-top, and Sophia couldn’t quite grasp the reason for this sudden change. While they were on a date, there was no need to sugarcoat

they disembarked from the ride, Michael bought cotton candy for Sophia, who wasn’t particularly fond of it but

we try the shooting range?” Michael

range booth where you could win prizes. Michael paid for a round and expertly hit the target several times, earning a stuffed teddy

for her own round before he could offer. Sophia took the

target; it’s about having fun,” Michael assured her. Sophia gave him a playful smirk, then took aim and hit the target

grandfather used to take me hunting,” she explained when she noticed Michael’s surprised expression. ‘And yes,

one of the largest prizes, a giant teddy bear, and

favor,” she said with a

a bonding moment, suggested they go on a horror rollercoaster ride. He secretly hoped that Sophia would get startled during the ride, giving him the perfect excuse to

to crumble. The ride turned out to be far scarier than he had anticipated, and instead of being the comforting presence, he found himself on the

into darkness, with unexpected surprises popping out at them, including

such a young age,” he quipped nervously as they descended from one

laughter at Michael’s futile attempts to maintain his composure

she teased, amusement dancing in

you weren’t too scared,” he said, wrapping an arm around

pulled back slightly, her smile slightly awkward but warm.

no real chemistry between her and Michael. She found his

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