Chapter 10

I step out of my car and my face lights up as I spot him waiting by his car, arms crossed and leaning against it. The sight of him instantly fills me with joy.

His attire exudes sophistication, with black pants and a sleek black dress shirt, its elbow sleeves rolled up effortlessly. He looks impeccably groomed and undeniably attractive.

In contrast, I'm sporting a body-con dress, accentuated by a stylish blazer. It's a bold and slightly sexy choice, but I feel confident wearing it. Fortunately, there's no strict dress code at work, allowing everyone to express their personal style, except, of course, for swimwear.

As I approach him, he envelops his hand around my waist, a gesture that always makes me feel secure and protected.

"How about we catch a movie before dinner?" I suggest, as he guides me into the mall.

"Are you no longer interested in going shopping?" he asks curiously.

Initially, our plan was to go shopping, as I wanted to find a present for Rious. However, I've decided