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!"

back down, mumbling, "Damn capitalists," as she picked up

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

lunch at the Gilder residence, continuing their

they occasionally bickered but also took time to discuss work

watched her with a low

"Much

Jason noted, "It's getting dark. Time

change!"

gaze locked onto her, his voice carrying an unnoticeable caress, "You look great as you

looked up, her eyes meeting his

continued to look at her, his deep eyes softly shining

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

to

"Just call me!"

"Alright."

quickly left, her

brisk air snapped her

somewhat distracted. Once outside,

reality.

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