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.

her tiptoes,

was enveloped in a quiet warmth, bathed in sunlight that made the

Sophia breathless. She leaned into him, gasping for air,

bit. In a few days," Jason replied, holding

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

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

a diner across the street, chatting over burgers about

was always there with a response, an echo to

effortlessly conversing, and net

that sent their hearts racing. Sophia couldn't help but

by, and after work, Jason drove

him, Sophia felt a deep contentment

warmth and fulfillment, even the evening glow on her face felt like

over to

the light in a beautiful arc, her features bright and youthful.

like their school days when Jason would

and snacks

infectious as she asked, "Got any

yet tender, assured, "I've got some. In my

brighter, promising to rush home and wait for him, insisting he not start without

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