ckwood leaned back in his chair, steepling his fingers as he aske

r began, his voice deep and smooth. Sophia launched into a confide

hers. "I see you've worked with several major firms," Alexander s

"I've always been impressed by the company's innovativ

expression thoughtful. "I think you might be surprised to learn that we're loo

angle?" Sophia thought for a moment before launching into a detailed story abou

the interview progressed, Sophia felt a growing sense of ease. She

lients, and her vision for the future of the industry. Alexander asked

tise. After what felt like an eternity, Alexander leaned forwar

n mind for finance. I'd like to discuss the details of the po

he hesitated for a moment before responding. "I'd be happy to discuss the

. "Excellent. I'll send a car for you at

n't shake off the feeling that her l

d trepidation as she wondered wha

as Sophia's mind wandered back to th

in her professionally or personally. As the hours ticke

ered over men, but there was someth

meeting. She chose a elegant yet professional outfit

intercom. "The car is here for you, Ms. Patel," the driver said. "I'll be

driver opened the door for her. "Good even

e curb, Sophia felt a sense of

d its way through the city streets, fina

lk. Alexander was waiting for her, his eyes locked onto hers as he

a spark of electricity as their skin touched. "Thank you,

, Sophia felt like she was ste

kground. Alexander led her to a private table, where they were greeted by the ma

wonder. What was she getting herself into? The dinner was

putting Sophia at ease as they disc

herself laughing and feeling more an

es sparkled when he smiled or the way his h