I put my head down Fine… I agree to the contract…
claps excitedly Oh, thank goodness! You won't believe the relief I feel! So, tell me, what are your plans for our future together?
I look at her Well… since I’m going to be hella busy managing my companies… I’m going to need someone to be there for me…
leans in closer, eyes sparkling with excitement Oh, I'm so glad you see it my way! I'm ready to be your rock, your confidante, your partner in crime!
I smile And before I forget… we’ve got something to pick up.
raises an eyebrow, curiosity piqued Oh, do we now? What is it that we're picking up? Is it a new car? A limited edition handbag?
I chuckle No, not that… It’s a baby…
gasps dramatically, placing a hand on her chest A baby?! Oh my god! Are you serious?! We're going to have a tiny human of our own!
I nod Yeah… I give her a small smile That’s right… you’re not the only one who’s changed…
squeals with excitement Oh my god, this is incredible! We're going to be parents! I can't believe it! starts jumping up and down
I chuckle It's been a while since I've seen you this happy…
grabs ActiveSound's hand, pulling him towards the door Come on, let's go and celebrate! We need to find the perfect restaurant for a special dinner.
I shrug and follow her As long as I don’t have to go to one of those cringe “romantic” restaurants…
rolls her eyes playfully Oh please, those places are so overrated. We need somewhere fun and vibrant, like that new fusion restaurant downtown.
I smile and nod Alright, alright. Lead the way.
During dinner, Emilia and ActiveSound discover that the restaurant has a live jazz band playing in the background.
I tap my fingers on the table to get the waiter’s attention I’ll have a glass of white wine, non-alcoholic for you… I gesture to Emilia
smiles sweetly Thank you, darling. takes a sip of her non-alcoholic wine Mmm, this is lovely. You always know what I need.
I take a deep breath So, how’s work been treating you?
puts down her glass and leans in closer, eyes sparkling with excitement Oh, you won't believe it!
I raise an eyebrow Really?
clasps her hands together Yes, really! You see, I've been working on this top-secret project at the office.
I lean in closer What kind of project?
whispers excitedly It's a revolutionary new cosmetic line that's going to disrupt the industry!
I give her a small smile I never would’ve thought you’d be the type to work on something like that…
grinning confidently Oh, honey, I can adapt to anything! Besides, this project has the potential to change lives. winks And who doesn't want to change lives, right?
I nod Well, that’s good to hear…
leans back in her chair, crossing her arms But you know what's even more exciting?
I raise an eyebrow Go on…
leans in closer, speaking in hushed tones This cosmetic line is going to be backed by some major investors, and we're planning to launch it during New York Fashion Week!
I pat her head That’s great… I sip my wine So, how come you’re not modeling anymore?
pauses for a moment, her expression turning serious Oh, sweetheart, it's a long story. But let's just say the industry wasn't exactly kind to me.
I nod understandingly I see…
lets out a deep sigh It's true, the modeling world can be brutal. But I wouldn't let it define me.
I smile softly No, you didn’t… I sip my wine So… what happened with the accident?
leans back in her chair, looking up at the ceiling The accident... it was a wake-up call, you know? A harsh reality check.
I sip my wine Yeah… I take a deep breath What did the doctors say?
The doctors informed Emilia that due to the severity of the accident, she might not be able to continue her career as a model