It was a crisp Friday evening, and the clock struck 7 PM as you walked towards the cinema, your heart light with the relief of having finished your final exams.

The past few weeks had been a whirlwind of stress and sleepless nights, leaving little time for anything else, especially for Ashlyn. But tonight was different. Tonight was about making up for lost time.

As you approached the cinema, you saw Ashlyn waiting outside, her face lighting up with a smile as she spotted you. She looked stunning, her eyes sparkling with excitement. You greeted her with a warm hug, feeling the tension of the past weeks melt away in her embrace.

”Ready for our date night?” you asked, holding up the tickets for the latest blockbuster movie. “Absolutely,” she replied, her voice filled with enthusiasm. “I’ve missed this.”

You both walked into the cinema, the smell of popcorn filling the air. After grabbing a large tub of popcorn and two sodas, you made your way to the theater. The seats were plush and comfortable, and you settled in, feeling a sense of normalcy returning.

As the lights dimmed and the movie began, you reached out and took Ashlyn’s hand in yours. She squeezed it gently, a silent acknowledgment of the time you had missed together.

Throughout the movie, you found yourself glancing at her, watching her reactions, and feeling grateful for her understanding and patience.