cleaning the bar after closing, he began to dream of taking a risk, of signing up for a mixology class. But every time he thought about sig

avel, of lively evenings where he could serve elaborate cocktails and be recognized for his talent. But every morning, he woke up

ut of this monotony. He found himself hoping for unexpected encounters, opportunities that would make him see life in a new ligh

the sight of this woman who embodied everything he desired. The mixture of beauty and sadness on her face attracted him like a magnet. That evening, he took his courage in both hands and d

ender. What can I serve you tonight? » His voice was softer than he had expected,

ty cocktail, something light. » His voic

s, he could feel her eyes on him. It was a moment that made him feel like he w

? » he asked her, turni

the atmosphere. It's calming. »

rent from my

y in his voice. " It's true. Sometime

ming? » She observed hi

e. » He hesitated, aware of the vulnerability of his words.

gued. "You want to be recogni

But I don't know how to achieve this. It's like I'm stuck

rstanding in her eyes. "Mayb

ion for him. Perhaps his life, monotonous and frustrating, could take an unexpected turn. In this bar, amidst the laughter and conversat

empire. But today, this face had an expression of weariness, a shadow of melancholy. The same suit, the same office, the same boring meetings that s

room of their luxurious apartment. She was beautiful, even captivating, but Jake knew that even this beauty c

, intrigued.

ight. Go somewhere... differen

"A bar? Really ? It's not really our style. Y

icturesque place would do us some good. Just for one night, to see something a litt

onflict in his mind. "But why go to a bar? There are so many fancy rest

, something authentic. I want to feel the atmosphere, chat with normal pe

ort. "You know that this kind of place is often

er off gently. "I promise it w

ing on her lips. "Okay, okay. But if it

relieved. "It's going t

rked "Le Refuge." The place looked nothing like the posh clubs they usually frequented. Dim lights illuminated the

xcitement and apprehension in he

, his voice full of enthusi

rld. The walls were adorned with old memorabilia, photos from past concerts, and laughter echoed

yet, he could see that she was starting to enjoy this new setting. They f

ed to," she admitted, observing the custo

th a knowing smile. "Sometim

rine. Jake and Sophie let themselves be carried away by the music, mingling with the energy of the place. The people around them w

e on her face, "I never thought I would

mischief in his eyes. "See? This is

nt of complicity in her eye

ng, as simple as it was, reminded him of what he had forgotten: happiness was

ocused on the present moment. Even Sophie, usually so concerned with appearances, seemed to thrive in t

e did this," he sa

" Me too. I think I might be sed

lively music, even the waiters scrambling behind the bar to fill orders, all of this excited him. For once, h

ecame more intimate, Jake leaned towards Sophie. "You know,

tant? But why? You are a charismat

l alone. This business world can be so...empty. People are onl

ty. "I understand, I really do. Somet

I find it," he whispered,

allad. The voice was magnificent, full of emotion. Jake and Sophie looked at each othe

hie suggested. "Leave our comfort z

e. It allows us to reconnect, t

rhythm. Deep down, Jake knew that this evening was more than just a change of environment. It was an oppo

whispered, taking her hand in his

smile that lit up her face. "And

rld seemed distant. He wanted everything. To live fully, to feel every emotio

ed at Sophie with a smile on his face and realized that they really needed these simple mo

nc