Maternal Cousin

As the day drew to a close, Delilah stretched in her chair, feeling the strain of a long, busy day begin to ease.

Her phone buzzed, and her heart skipped a beat as she glanced at the screen to see a text from Blake.

She opened it and read: [Hey, love. Sorry, I'm just responding to your text now. I've been busy all day but will be done by 5 PM. You can pick me up on your way home if you're done by then.]

A small smile played on her lips as she replied, [Sure, see you then.]

She packed up her things, mentally preparing for the drive to Quinn Enterprises. She wondered if she would catch a glimpse of Hunter if she went inside the company to find Blake.

As she navigated through the late afternoon traffic, her thoughts drifted to Blake. She wondered how his day had gone, imagining him in the midst of meetings and decisions, his arrogant demeanor clashing with Hunter's.