As Matt left Emily's office, he couldn't help but feel a surge of anticipation and excitement.
He hoped his declaration would lead her to lower her defenses, making her more receptive to him. Despite his words— which were not his actual words, Matt had no intention of giving up on Emily.
The thought of her choosing Derek over him was unbearable, and he was determined to win her back.
Back in his office, separated from Emily's by a transparent glass partition, Matt found himself frequently glancing in her direction.
He observed a subtle sadness in her demeanor—her shoulders slightly hunched, her gaze often distant. This melancholy intrigued him.
Could it be that she was disheartened by the belief that he was stepping away? The possibility ignited a flicker of hope within him.
Over
