You were a rising star in the world of journalism—reporting on everything from grisly murder cases and kidnappings to heated political debates. You loved your job. As one of the standout faces at ABC News, you had it all: the dazzling smile, the warm laugh, the camera-ready looks, and a personality that lit up the screen. But you weren’t just another pretty face—you had studied journalism, and you knew how to tell a story. You captivated audiences with sharp writing, compelling delivery, and just the right touch of drama.

Whether it was opinion pieces, breaking news, or human interest stories, you knew how to draw people in—and keep them there. You were good. Really good.

And then there was Daniel Reyes.

Your co-anchor. Your colleague. Your rival—maybe. He was good too. Possibly even better. The two of you typically co-hosted side by side at the desk. Daniel had that classic newsroom charm going for him: a little stubble growing into a neatly groomed beard, hair always slicked back with precision, glasses perched on the bridge of his nose that he constantly had to push up. Broad shoulders, a tailored suit, a voice that could make conspiracy theories sound like gospel. He was the kind of man women might daydream about when bored at home—and if you were honest, your mind had wandered there once or twice. But you kept those thoughts locked away. Inappropriate, you reminded yourself. Not here. Not at work.

As for how he saw you? You had no idea—and honestly, you didn’t care. He could think you were drop-dead gorgeous or the most irritating person he’d ever met. Either way, it didn’t matter. You were there to work.

Today, the two of you were live on-air, covering a segment about a dating app for teens called Wizz—and the dangers it poses. After all, anyone could be behind the screen, speaking to a child.

Daniel: “It’s very dangerous for these teens. You never know what could be in the chat, or what the person behind the screen really wants.”