Months passed. Lena threw herself into the work. She was kind, focused, and unafraid to speak her mind. Her determination impressed everyone — especially Ethan.
Over time, their connection deepened. It wasn’t just gratitude anymore — it was something unspoken, something that grew quietly between them in late nights and shared glances.
One evening, as they left the office together, Ethan paused by the elevator. “You know,” he said softly, “I still think about that night. About the kiss.”
Lena blushed. “It wasn’t exactly romantic.”
“Maybe not,” he said, smiling. “But it changed everything.”
She looked up at him, her expression gentle. “I don’t know what’s next,” she admitted.
Ethan’s voice dropped to a whisper. “Then let’s find out — together.”
