Chapter 22

The setting sun painted the skyline in hues of orange as Bryan and Lily stepped out of the conference room, their expressions weary but triumphant. They had spent hours hunched over papers, debating terms, and sipping tepid coffee to finalize the contract agreement with their business partner.

Lily sighed, rubbing her temples. " I think I might develop a permanent squint from all those clauses. "

Bryan chuckled, feeling the fatigue settling into his bones. " Tell me about it. If I read another legal jargon-filled paragraph, I might just start speaking in contracts. "

As they exited the building, Bryan loosened his tie, feeling the stress of the day slowly melting away. " Thanks, Lily. Your insight on those last-minute adjustments was invaluable. "

Lily smiled, a faint blush touching her cheeks. " I'm just doing my job, Bryan. But I appreciate your acknowledgment. "

They made their way to a nearby restaurant, both craving a good meal after the mentally draining day. Inside, the ambianc