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!"

out a sigh and sat back down, mumbling, "Damn capitalists," as she picked up the

smirk at her muttering, returning

at the Gilder

time to discuss work matters. Overall, the atmosphere remained congenial. As

her with a low

she exclaimed, "Much better, Mr.

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

head home and change!" Sophia began

change!" His deep gaze locked onto her, his voice carrying

eyes meeting his

continued to look at her, his deep eyes softly shining with

quickly looked

to

"Just call me!"

"Alright."

quickly left,

brisk air snapped her

somewhat distracted. Once outside,

reality.

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