I'LL stop with the teasing," Ila chuckled, unruffled by Al's menacing expression. While that gaze might have intimidated others, the certainty that he would never harm her didn't leave her feeling threatened. Just made it amusing.
Eager to share her plans for the evening, Ila spoke up again, "I wanted to discuss with you after we came down to the office, but you seemed occupied with Sam." Excitement shimmered in her eyes, anticipating his response.
"That's good. I also need to discuss something urgent," Al responded, his tone carrying a weight that made Ila's excitement in sharing the plans she made gone in a heartbeat. She contemplated whether everything was in order, deciding to postpone her dinner plans revelation.
"Al, is everything okay? We can discuss my plans once you share what
