heir feelings for each other went beyond mere respect and admiration. T

xplore their feelings, a unexpected

ily, Ryan, I have some news to share with you both," he said, his voice grave. "The co

hey had heard rumors of company-wide layoffs

ily asked, her

s just business. The company needs to downs

What about our project? We'

s being put on hold indefinitely. The company c

ts and fears. Who would be let go? Would it be Emily, with her creative but unpre

to Ryan, her eyes filled with tears. "Ryan, I...

affection. "Emily, I feel the same way about you

irst kiss, a sweet and tender mome

their love was about to be