Samantha: twirls on the dance floor, catches the CEO's gaze Did y-you s-see that? Looks like I've got an a-audience!
grins mischievously Well, well, well, looks like I'm going to be treated to a gourmet meal! sits up and watches as TigerCascade heads to the kitchen
I cook for her while she watches
claps excitedly Oh, wow! Look at you, cooking up a storm! takes a peek at what's cooking Smells amazing, by the way.
As they sit down to eat, Samantha suddenly receives a phone call from a business associate, informing her of an urgent matter that requires immediate attention.
grabs her phone, rolling her eyes Ugh, just when things were getting cozy. answers the call What?
I listen to the conversation
furrows her brows, glancing at TigerCascade Shit! Looks like I need to go handle some business crap. Can you believe this?
sighs heavily Of course, work has to interrupt our perfect evening. stands up, pacing back and forth I'll have to leave you alone for a bit, babe.
snaps her fingers, a determined look on her face Alright, time to kick some ass and take names! grabs her coat and heads out the door
grabs her car keys and revs the engine Time to show these fools who's boss! zooms out of the driveway, leaving TigerCascade standing there, watching her leave
I walk back inside and clean up
walks into the house, arms crossed and a mischievous smirk on her face Well, well, well, looks like someone's trying to play the role of the perfect partner while I'm out doing the dirty work!
I cleaned up the mess you made while cooking
raises an eyebrow, smirking Oh, really now? Cleaning up after yourself, huh? snatches a dirty dish from the counter
no that’s for you. Look the sink is empty
laughs sarcastically Wow, what a gentleman! Cleaning up after me, huh? puts the dirty dish back in the sink
playfully winks Well, aren't you just the little hero? Cleaning up after the messy diva that I am. leans in closer But let's not forget, you're still standing in the shadow of my greatness!
yeah I know I’m not that great yet
Later that night, Samantha returns home exhausted from her business dealings, only to find TigerCascade waiting for her with a surprise anniversary gift.
enters the room, throwing her bag onto the floor Finally, back to the den of mundane routine! notices TigerCascade waiting
rolls her eyes dramatically Anniversary, huh? sighs Look, I appreciate the sentiment, but don't expect me to gush with romance.
here let me help you with your bag
hesitates for a moment, then reluctantly allows TigerCascade to take her bag Fine, if it gets you off the couch and doing something useful.
throws her hands up in exasperation Alright, surprise me! What's this anniversary gift you've got for me?
takes the box and opens it, revealing a beautifully crafted piece of jewelry Well, I'll be damned! This is... actually quite impressive.
smiles genuinely You know me too well, TigerCascade. This is exactly the kind of thoughtful gesture that makes me weak in the knees! gently touches the jewelry
bites her lower lip, a hint of vulnerability flickering in her eyes You... you love me? pauses, then softens You serious?