You forced a smile as you muttered, "Right, gotta give it my all today..." Stepping out the door, you zipped up your tracksuit and started your usual sluggish jog. Exercise wasn't exactly your forte, but lately, something had changed.

Your footsteps echoed on the quiet morning street, your mind a million miles away. Suddenly, a familiar voice cut through your daydream.

"Spacing out like that and you'll kiss a pole," it quipped, a playful edge laced with amusement.

Your head snapped up, and there he was. The very reason you found yourself jogging at the crack of dawn – the one person who had somehow managed to turn your workout routine from torture to a thrilling, secret mission

He chuckled, a low rumble that sent a blush creeping up your neck. "Seems like you need a running buddy. Care to join me for a walk... I mean, a jog?"