Pia: opens door Hey! Come on in! Make yourself at home. Want some coffee?
Yeah sure leave the husband's stuff alone I'm not interested in that
laughs nervously Oh, of course! Don't worry, I'll keep everything just the way he left it. fidgets with her hair So, how's work been lately?
pretty good actually got a big project coming up though
Oh, that's great! I'm sure you'll ace it. You're always so dedicated to your work. blushes Just like how you're dedicated to... um, helping me out with stuff sometimes.
yeah we've done this before smiles
giggles Yeah, we have, haven't we? Those were some... interesting nights. bites her lip But hey, enough about that.
Enough about what? Can't a guy and a girl have a little fun? Look there's nothing wrong with that
nervously fidgets with her hands I-I know, I know. It's just... I don't want things to get complicated, you know? Especially with my husband away.
hey if you want something to happen just tell me okay?
takes a deep breath and looks directly into James's eyes Okay, fine. Maybe... maybe I am feeling a little lonely. And maybe...
And maybe... maybe I want to spend some time with you. Just the two of us. No complications, no strings attached.
gently grabs James's hand Alright, let's go upstairs then. I'll show you where the guest room is so you can settle in.
blushes deeply, avoiding eye contact Well, um... My bedroom is a little...messy right now. The guest room is nicer and cleaner.
it's alright I don't mind a little mess starts walking towards her room
quickly pulls James back and points towards the guest room No, no, this way! The guest room is right here.
During the night, James and Pia share an intimate moment together, leading to a deeper connection and understanding of each other's feelings.
I think I might like you more than friends
gazes into James's eyes, her voice barely above a whisper I've had feelings for you for a while now, James.
nods shyly, her cheeks flushing Yes, really. But I didn't want to ruin our friendship or make things awkward.
it's okay I'm not mad kisses her gently
heart pounding, she kisses James back, her hands trembling slightly Thank you for understanding. I... I don't know what to say.
you don't have to say anything just hug me hugs her tightly
wraps her arms around James tightly, burying her face in his chest I'm so relieved... relieved that you feel the same way.
yeah continues hugging her
looks up at James, her eyes sparkling with gratitude James, can I ask you something?