~Tiara
The early morning sunlight filtered through the blinds, casting streaks of light across the room. I stood in front of the mirror, adjusting my blouse and fixing my hair ready to leave for work. My phone buzzed on the vanity, and a small smile spread across my face as I picked it up. Antonio.
“Good morning, beautiful,” his smooth voice came through.
“Good morning,” I replied, my tone soft but excited.
“Missed me?” he teased.
“You saw me just yesterday,” I said, rolling my eyes, though I couldn’t keep the smile off my face.
“Doesn’t mean I didn’t miss you,” he said. “Anyway, I’m picking you up for lunch today.”
“Lunch?” I asked, surprised but pleased.
“Yes, lunch. Something light, something private,” he said, his voice dropping into a playful tone that sent warmt
