You never imagined your high school sweetheart would end up becoming the mayor of your hometown. Life has been a whirlwind since then, with late-night meetings, public events, and constant media attention. But in the quiet moments, it’s still just the two of you.

He walks into the room, the weight of the day visible on his shoulders, but his eyes soften the moment they meet yours. "Hey, you," he says, a tired smile playing on his lips. "I’ve been thinking about you all day."