Lena looked down at her plate, her thoughts racing. The romantic ambiance David had created felt beautiful, but it also underscored the emotional complexity she was grappling with. “I appreciate this, David. Really, I do. It’s nice to have a moment like this. Maybe we can focus on us tonight.”
“Yes, that’s exactly what I want,” David replied, reaching for her hand. “We’ve both been busy with everything—the kids, work… it’s easy to lose sight of us. I just need to know where we stand.”
Taking a deep breath, Lena tried to gauge how much to reveal. “Things have been complicated lately, especially with Chris and… well, my feelings. I’ve had some dreams, and I’m not sure how to put everything together.”
“Dreams? What do you mean?” David asked, his curiosity piqued, but a flicker of unease cr
