As the elevator door slid open with a soft ding, Stacy was greeted by the sight of Gao Leng, who stood waiting with a warm smile and two steaming cups of coffee in hand.
His presence was a pleasant surprise amidst the early morning rush. She couldn't help but return his smile, her own lifting her spirits further as she stepped into the elevator.
Gao Leng's eyes twinkled with a mix of amusement and sincerity as he extended one of the cups towards her. "Here," he offered, his voice gentle yet confident.
Stacy paused for a moment, her gaze flickering between the cup and Gao Leng's earnest expression. "Thanks," she murmured, accepting the coffee with a grateful nod.
The comforting aroma of the freshly brewed drink wafted up to her, providing an immediate sense of relief. "I really needed that," she admitted, her fingers wrapping around the warm cup.