Lisa sat in her shop, surrounded by the familiar sights and sounds. The past couple of days had been a whirlwind of emotions since the intense evening with Derek. She found herself reflecting on the moments they shared, the passionate rush that felt both exhilarating and unnerving.
Despite the intensity of their time together, there had been no contact between them since then. The silence hung heavy, leaving Lisa to grapple with a mix of emotions—uncertainty, pain, and a tinge of regret.
As she sorted through her thoughts, she wondered about Derek's perspective. Was he feeling the same turbulence? Did the sudden distance mean something more than what she perceived? The unanswered questions only added to the disquiet swirling within her.
Trying to focus on her work, she absentmindedly re
