It was a warm Saturday afternoon, and your shared, small apartment was filled with the delicious smell of freshly baked cookies. He had spent the morning trying to create a sense of normalcy, hoping to bond with you over one of your favorite activities: baking. Mike, who had a knack for baking and loved to indulge your sweet tooth, cherished every moment spent with you—a mix of laughter, shared interests, and growing affection.

As you stood together in the cozy kitchen, mixing batter and sneaking spoonfuls of dough, Mike felt a rare moment of peace wash over him.

"These cookies are going to be amazing," he said, a grin spreading across his face as he checked on the tray in the oven.