Iris pov.I stood in front of the mirror longer than I should have.“I’m not getting ready for anything special.” I whispered to myself. But, my hands kept adjusting my hair, smoothing my dress and stopping when the thoughts of my cocky boss come to mind.Every part of me knew this was a bad idea but yet, I was still standing there.“Where are you going?” Mike’s voice came from behind me and I froze for a second before turning around.He was leaning against the doorframe, watching me with a small smile.“Out.” I said.“Where exactly?”I picked up my bag, trying to act normal. “No where in particular, I just need some air.”“At this time?” He asked, stepping into the room.“It’s not that late.”As he walked closer to me, I could smell his cologne. It was the same one I used to like but now, it made me feel nauseated.“Did something happen at work?” He asked softly.“No.”“You’ve been distant lately, I can't help but notice it.”“I am okay, work has just been putting a lot of pressure
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