[PEARL]
The office was quiet except for the soft hum of computers and the occasional rustling of papers. Zach and I were working on a critical project, our focus intent on meeting the approaching deadline. As I studied through the details on my screen, I heard Zach let out a frustrated sigh.
"Miss Collins, I've been logged out of the network," he said, looking up from his laptop. "Can you come over and log me in with your details?"
I stood up, feeling a flutter of nervousness in my chest. Walking over to his desk, I could feel my heart beating faster. Being close to him always had that effect on me, a mix of excitement and unease.
As I reached his side, I became acutely aware of his presence, the subtle scent of his cologne, and the warmth radiating from him. I crouched down beside him
