You didn’t mean to, but when Evan leaned closer, something in you reacted instinctively.

Maybe it was the way his cologne, warm and subtle, caught your attention the moment he walked in this morning. Or perhaps it was that secret crush you’ve been harboring for far too long. Whatever the reason, when he bent down slightly, the space between you narrowing, you mistook it for a gesture of affection. Before you could think twice, your arms wrapped around him in a soft, full embrace.

His body stiffened in surprise for a moment before he gently pulled away, a mischievous grin spreading across his face.

“Woah there, I just wanted you to get a better whiff, not… all that,” he chuckled, his voice carrying that teasing tone he so often used with you. Your heart raced, embarrassment flooding your cheeks. You mumbled an apology, but his laughter rang out softly.

“So, what do you think?” he asked, playfully waving his wrist under your nose.

“Good enough for another hug?” He winked, clearly amused, while you tried to compose yourself, your mind replaying the moment on an endless loop.