2 months later…

I entered Xender's office with a sly smile my face, a cup of coffee in my hand. He looked up from his desk, his eyes lighting up as he saw me. We have been engaged for a week now, and our bond was only growing stronger.

"Bringing me coffee, are you?" Xender asked, his voice tinged with amusement.

I grinned, sauntering over to his desk. "Only because I heard someone's been having a bit too much caffeine lately."

Xender chuckled, leaning back in his chair. "Guilty as charged. But I can't resist the sweet gesture."

I placed the cup on his desk, my fingers brushing against his. "I figured you might need some extra energy to keep up with your demanding fiancée."

He raised an eyebrow playfully. "Oh, is that so?"

I nodded, my eyes sparkling with mischief. "Absolutely. So, consider this my contribution to your caffeine intake for the day."

Xender took a sip of the coffee, his expression one of mock gratitude. "Ah, yes. Just what I needed."

As he continued to sip the coffee, I watched him with an amused grin. Suddenly, his face contorted into an exaggerated expression of surprise. He looked at the cup as if it had betrayed him.

"Is something wrong?" I asked, trying to hide my laughter.

Xender blinked, setting the cup down with a dramatic sigh. "I think I've had too much caffeine. My heart might just explode."

I burst into laughter, unable to contain myself. "Oh, come on! It's just one cup."

Xender chuckled, standing up and walking over to me. He pulled me into his arms, his gaze warm and affectionate. "Well, in that case, thank you for the wonderful caffeine overdose."

I wrapped my arms around his neck, leaning in to press a soft kiss to his lips. "You're welcome. Just remember to take it easy on the coffee from now on."

He grinned, his eyes twinkling mischievously. "Only if you promise to keep bringing it to me."

I feigned exasperation, rolling my eyes playfully. "Fine, but only if you promise to stay awake during our wedding ceremony."

He chuckled, his fingers brushing against my cheek. "Deal."

As our lips met once again, we lost ourselves in the sweetness of the moment. However, out romantic interlude was soon interrupted by a faint knock on the door. We pulled away, turning to see Xender's secretary peeking into the room, a stack of papers in her hand.

"Mr. Sterling, I have those reports you requested," she said, her tone professional.

I blushed, feeling slightly embarrassed by the unexpected interruption. Xender cleared his throat.

"Thank you, Lisa. Just leave them on my desk."

The secretary nodded and stepped into the room, placing the papers on the desk. She glanced between Xender and me, a knowing smile tugging at the corner of her lips.

"I'll be going then. Have a great day, Mr. Sterling."

As she left the room, I couldn't help but feel somewhat amused. Xender grinned, his fingers gently lifting my chin to meet his gaze.

"Looks like our little moment got cut short," he said, his tone light.

I sighed, playfully rolling my eyes. "Leave it to your secretary to have flawless timing."

He chuckled, leaning in to press a lingering kiss to my lips. "Well, I suppose we'll just have to pick up where we left off later."

I smirked, my fingers trailing along his collar. "Oh, you can count on it."

Just then, his secretary's voice floated back into the room. "Mr. Sterling, I forgot to—Oh!"

Xender and I pulled away from each other quickly, my face flushed. Xender's jaw was tightening. Lisa stood at the doorway, her eyes widening in surprise.

"I, um, forgot to mention something," she stammered, clearly flustered by the scene she had accidentally walked in on.

Xender cleared his throat, almost gritting. "It's alright, Lisa. You can go ahead."

Lisa nodded, turning to leave. "Right. I'll just... I'll be outside."

As the door closed behind her, I burst into laughter, and xender was diverting his gaze back on me, his eyes softening on an instant and the tension of the interrupted moment fading away. I playfully slapped his arm, my eyes dancing with mirth.

"Maybe we should invest in a 'Do Not Disturb' sign," I joked.

Xender grinned, pulling me close once again. "Or we could just be a little more discreet."

I winked at him. "Or we can give her something to gossip about."

Xender chuckled, his lips brushing against mine. "I like the way you think."

I smiled, my heart full of happiness as I leaned in to kiss him again. "Now, as much as I'd love to continue this, I should go say hello to Agnes. She'll think I've forgotten about her."

Xender nodded, reluctantly letting me go. "Alright, but don't stay away for too long. I'll be counting the minutes."

I winked, blowing him a playful kiss. "I promise I won't keep you waiting."

With a final smile, I headed towards the door, her heart light and my spirits high. As I left Xander's office, I couldn't help but feel grateful for the love and joy we shared

***

Leaving Xender's office with a playful wave, I made my way down the corridor towards the cozy little restaurant where Agnes and I had planned to meet. The memory of our interrupted moment with Xender still brought a smile to my lips, and I couldn't help but feel a rush of affection for him.

Our engagement had brought a new level of excitement and intimacy to our relationship, and I cherished every moment we spent together.

As I entered the restaurant, the warm aroma of freshly prepared food enveloped me, and I spotted Agnes already seated at a corner booth. Her smile was infectious as she waved me over, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.

"Hey there! How's the newly engaged life treating you?" Agnes asked, her tone lighthearted.

I chuckled, sliding into the seat across from her. "Oh, you know, just the usual. Planning a wedding, being interrupted by your fiancé's secretary—it's been eventful."

Agnes burst into laughter, her amusement contagious. "Oh no, Lisa walked in on you guys, didn't she?"

I nodded, a grin tugging at my lips. "Yeah, she certainly has a knack for impeccable timing."

Agnes leaned back in her seat, her expression thoughtful. "Well, I'm sure that'll be a story she'll remember for a long time."

I rolled my eyes playfully. "Just what we need—more gossip fodder."

Agnes chuckled, her gaze warm. "So, aside from office scandals, how are things?"

I leaned back in my chair, a dreamy smile on my face. "Honestly, things are wonderful. Being engaged to Xender feels like a dream come true."

Agnes's eyes softened, her voice filled with sincerity. "I'm so happy for you, Amelia. You deserve all the happiness in the world."

I felt a rush of gratitude for Agnes's constant support. "Thank you, Agnes. And speaking of happiness, how are things with you and Ryan?"

Agnes blushed slightly, her gaze turning distant for a moment. "Oh, you know, we're taking things one step at a time. He's been different lately, in a good way. He's even been making more time for me."

I raised an eyebrow, a mischievous grin forming. "Could it be that my influence on Xender is rubbing off on him?"

Agnes laughed, shaking her head. "Who knows? But whatever it is, I'm not complaining."

Our conversation flowed effortlessly as we caught up on each other's lives. Agnes shared stories about her time with Ryan and the little moments that had brought them closer. As the aroma of delicious food wafted through the air, I felt a sense of contentment settle over me. My friendship with Agnes was a source of strength and comfort, and I was grateful for her presence in my life.

As the evening wore on, Agnes and I lingered over our meal, savoring both the food and the quality time together. The soft lighting of the restaurant created an intimate aura, and the laughter that echoed between us felt like a warm embrace.

With a contented sigh, I leaned back in my seat, a smile curving my lips. "You know, Agnes, moments like these make me appreciate the simple joys of life."

Agnes nodded in agreement, her eyes reflecting a similar sentiment. "Absolutely. It's the connections we have with people that truly matter."

As we finished our meal and paid the bill, Agnes and I left the restaurant with full stomachs and hearts. The city was alive with the vibrant energy of the night, and the shared memories we had created would forever be etched in my mind.

With a final embrace and promises to catch up soon, Agnes and I parted ways, each of us heading back to our own lives. As I walked through the bustling streets, I couldn't help but reflect on the wonderful relationships I had been blessed with—the love of my life, the support of my friends, and family.