Helen had just arrived back home, exhausted from a long and tough day at work. As she settled onto her couch, her phone began to ring, and she was pleasantly surprised to see Tracy's name pop up on FaceTime. It had been a while since they had a proper chat, so the call was a welcome end to her day.With a sigh of relief, she answered Tracy's call and settled in for a conversation. Tracy's voice filled the screen, asking, "How was your day?"Helen let out a tired chuckle. "Tough," she replied, empathizing with her friend's demanding role as a mom handling toddlers all day. Then, she couldn't help but bring up her new boss. She quickly filled Tracy in on the details."Do you think he's interested?" Tracy asked, her curiosity piqued.Helen shrugged her shoulders, unsure of her boss's intentions. "Who knows? His hand on my shoulder was quite unprofessional."Tracy attempted to offer some reassurance, suggesting, "Maybe he was just being extra friendly."Helen acquiesced to that possibilit

It was a quintessential Friday night, and Helen, Lily, and Tracy had commandeered the living room for another session of their cherished Girls' Night In. Time seemed to dissipate as wine flowed generously, and the remnants of popcorn littered the room. Their entertainment of choice for the evening was "Emily In Paris," a show that had consistently served as a source of both amusement and togetherness for the trio. It was the one series that could gather them without a single complaint of boredom. On this particular evening, as they immersed themselves in Emily's romantic escapades with the enigmatic Gabriel, an intriguing question preoccupied Helen's thoughts. She turned to her friends, her curiosity at its peak. "Is it true that men decide to commit to the next woman they meet when their 'light comes on,' regardless of whether they find her special or not?" The question hung in the air, sparking a lively discussion. Each friend had a different perspective on the matter, citing perso

Anna watched with a mix of awe and curiosity as a sleek, black Rolls-Royce Phantom pulled up in front of her house. The opulent car's polished exterior gleamed under the soft glow of streetlights, and she couldn't help but feel a twinge of excitement. Aaron had spared no expense in arranging her transportation to his mansion, and this extravagant choice of vehicle left her speechless.As the chauffeur opened the car door, Anna stepped inside, and the plush leather seats cradled her with the utmost comfort. The interior of the Rolls-Royce oozed sophistication, with wood veneers and accents of chrome that added a touch of modernity to its classic elegance.Upon arrival at Aaron's mansion, Anna was greeted by a sight that took her breath away. The exterior was a testament to grandeur, with well-manicured gardens, intricately designed pathways, and long stretches of perfectly trimmed grass that seemed to stretch on forever. Majestic trees swayed gently in the evening breeze, creating an

The moment she arrived, Helen headed over to the breakroom in search of a cure for her sleeplessness.She loaded her mug with an unhealthy dose of caffeine and stood in the silence of the room, leaning against a corner with her phone in hand to discourage anyone from speaking to her. She needed this few minutes before the workday began to pull herself together.It didn’t work.“Helen!”She pretended not to hear Alvin's overexcited call, but it was impossible to ignore.“Helen!”She turned to face him, a smile on her face as Alvin walked towards her, and was a bit stunned by how unusually dressed up he looked.He wore a blue suit with a white shirt, complete with a tie, and his usually wild, curly hair was cut short and slicked away from his face.She was confused. “What’s going on?”Alvin beamed at her observation. “I look good right?”“Umm, why are you dressed so formally?”“We have a new boss. In short, this is an entirely new company except we’re keeping our name because we’ll be p

He stood there, silently observing her, and her appearance was nothing short of miserable. At that moment, it felt as though the entire world had ceased to exist. His heart raced, and he struggled to maintain his composure. The Chief Medical Officer continued to speak to him, his words a distant hum in the background as all he could manage were polite smiles and nods. Then, the door to the room swung open, and her team emerged. Surprisingly, she wasn't among them, and a wave of relief washed over him.The prospect of meeting her again was unsettling, for it meant that she held the power to determine their next encounter. Given their complicated history, he didn't anticipate her being as enthusiastic about their reunion as he was. There were so many things he wanted to learn about her, and he had traveled a long way just to be near her. If she didn't make an effort to meet him, it would be a disappointment.Contemplating meeting her halfway, he grappled with the notion that his prid