Tina hadn't been with us for long. The previous assistant, along with her boyfriend, had moved abroad, paving the way for Tina to step into her role at the studio.

At first, Tina was a bit stiff and cautious around me, treating me with a mix of respect and fear. But as we got more familiar with each other, she loosened up and jokes started flying left and right!

Sophia, too, was a fan of this laid-back work vibe.

After Tina took her leave, Sophia tidied up some drafts, glanced at the clock noting she was nine minutes behind schedule, and stood up to find Jason.

The door was slightly ajar. Without knocking, Sophia pushed it open just a crack and peeked inside.

Jason was on a call, but upon seeing her, his eyes warmed, signaling her to come in with a wave.

Sophia walked in, closed the door behind her, settled on the couch, and picked up a magazine, waiting patiently for him to finish.

Jason, wrapping up his call, said, "Alright, get started on your end. I've got something here, so I'll join you in a few days."

After issuing a few more instructions, he hung up.

Putting his phone aside, he turned his attention towards Sophia.

Sophia stood up, a playful smile dancing on her lips. "All done? Can we go grab some lunch now?"

"Hmm," he hummed in response, removing his glasses and cupping her face to draw her into a tender kiss.

tiptoes,

bathed in sunlight that made the

deep, left Sophia breathless. She leaned into him, gasping

States for a bit. In a few days," Jason replied, holding her close and

supposed to leave immediately, but finding themselves newly united, he found it hard

of her head before standing and taking her hand. "Let's go get something

diner across the street, chatting over burgers about work, family, and

always there with a response, an echo

effortlessly conversing, and net

by moments that sent their hearts racing. Sophia couldn't help but wonder, was this what love felt like?

and after

him, Sophia felt a deep contentment with their simple,

fulfillment, even the evening glow on her face felt like

to my place. I'll cook us something

short hair catching the light in a beautiful arc,

when Jason would pedal her home

at homework and snacks at

was infectious as she asked,

"I've got some. In my

laughter bloomed brighter, promising to rush home and wait

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