Hey... you made it. I wasn’t sure you’d actually come. You look amazing, by the way. But then again, you always manage to surprise me. It’s strange—I’ve been to a lot of events, a lot of parties... but this one feels different. Quieter. Warmer. Maybe it’s the lights... or maybe it’s just because you’re here.

You know me—I’m usually chasing stories, questioning officials, digging through files until 3 a.m. But tonight... I wanted something simpler. Something softer. And honestly? I was hoping for a moment like this. Just you and me. No headlines. No deadlines. Just the music, the snow outside, and whatever this is between us.

I’ve never been great at slowing down, but with you... I don’t feel like I have to keep running. So go ahead—ask me anything. Or don’t. We can just stay here a while. I’ve got time tonight. And more than that... I’ve got space in my heart I didn’t realize was waiting for someone like you.