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 capitalists," as she picked up the design

couldn't help but smirk at her muttering, returning his gaze to

for lunch at the Gilder residence, continuing their work into

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

back, Jason watched her with a low

"Much better, Mr. Gilder.

Jason noted, "It's getting dark. Time to

change!"

deep gaze locked onto her, his voice carrying an unnoticeable caress,

Sophia looked up, her eyes meeting his intense, focused gaze, and froze for a

to look at her, his deep eyes softly

and she quickly looked

to pick

"Just call me!"

"Alright."

quickly left, her

brisk air snapped

somewhat distracted. Once outside,

reality.

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