Chapter 12

The morning sun streamed through the curtains, casting a warm glow in their cozy living room. Kalista woke up, feeling Adrian's arm wrapped around her, and she couldn't help but smile. His presence brought her comfort, and she felt more grounded and secure than ever before.

As she got ready for work, Kalista found herself humming a tune, feeling content and happy. She slipped into a dress that made her feel confident and put a touch of perfume before heading to the kitchen, where Adrian was making breakfast.

"Good morning," Adrian greeted her with a bright smile as he flipped the pancakes.

"Morning," Kalista replied, giving him a quick peck on the cheek before sitting down at the table.

As they enjoyed their morning meal, Kalista and Adrian discussed their plans for the day, sharing ideas and excitement about the new projects that lay ahead.

At work, Kalista couldn't help but notice how eager Adrian was for Kalista. He greeted her with a warm hug, and his eyes sparkled with happiness.

As the day progressed, Kalista found herself getting lost in work, but every now and then, she would catch Adrian's gaze from across the office. His eyes seemed to convey a silent message of love and support, and it made her heart skip a beat.

During a short break, Kalista stepped into the bathroom, and Adrian followed her. He gently closed the door behind them, and for a moment, they stood there in the quiet space, holding each other close.

"I missed you," Adrian whispered, his hand gently caressing her cheek.

"I missed you too, but it's only been a couple of hours," Kalista replied, a soft chuckle escaping her lips as she leaned into his touch.

Their lips met in a sweet and tender kiss, a moment of intimacy and affection shared in the midst of their busy day. It felt like time had stopped, and in that small moment, they were the only two people in the world.

Back at home after work, they continued to cherish these small moments of togetherness. Cooking dinner together, playfully bantering, and sharing stories of their day became cherished rituals in their relationship.

As the evening drew to a close, they found themselves on the couch, wrapped in each other's arms. Kalista nestled her head against Adrian's chest, and he gently kissed her forehead.

"I'm so glad, I have you," Adrian said softly.

"Having you by my side every day brings me so much joy, and I'm glad to have you too," Kalista replied, with gratitude and happiness.