As I stepped into the lobby, my eyes immediately found Daniel. He stood near the entrance, looking handsome in a tailored black suit that practically screamed expensive. His dark hair was slicked back neatly. When our eyes met, his face brightened. His lips curved into a warm, genuine smile that made me second guess myself for a second. I wasn’t expecting him to light up like that. I walked toward him slowly, feeling his gaze fix on me, watching every step I took. It made me slightly self-conscious, even though I had spent time carefully choosing my outfit. I had picked an ocean-blue dress that hugged my figure in all the right ways. My hair was styled in a loose, curly bun with soft strands framing my face. I felt beautiful, but the intensity of his stare made me question myself. Whe

