Jason glanced at his phone and said in an even tone, "I've got a little get-together with some classmates tonight."

Sophia responded with a smile, "Perfect, take me with you then."

Jason's heart skipped a beat, his voice softening, "You want to come along?"

Beaming, Sophia replied, "Yeah, my old classmates are having a gathering at The Night, too. So, I'll hitch a ride with you; saves me from driving!"

Jason, "...". The tender feelings brewing inside him silently dissipated as he inquired, "Which floor?"

"The third."

Jason nodded slightly, "Alright, I got it. I'll take you when we leave."

"Thanks, Jason!" Sophia squinted happily, picking up her laptop, "I'm heading home, bye!"

Jason frowned, "Leaving already? Is your workday over?"

"Huh?" Sophia paused, confused.

Jason tossed a few design briefs her way, "Get these drafts done before it gets dark, or forget about the reunion!"

sat back down, mumbling, "Damn

from her, Jason couldn't help but smirk at her muttering, returning

Gilder

across a desk, one reviewing documents and the other sketching out designs, they occasionally bickered but also took time to discuss work matters. Overall, the atmosphere remained congenial. As evening approached, Sophia took a long stretch, "What a fulfilling day.

watched her with a low chuckle, "Still

she exclaimed, "Much better, Mr.

noted, "It's getting dark.

home and change!" Sophia began packing

deep gaze locked onto her, his voice

meeting his

her, his

heart raced, and she quickly looked away, mumbling, "I should get

come to pick you

"Just call me!"

"Alright."

quickly left, her farewell

air snapped her

somewhat distracted. Once outside,

reality.

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