Your relationship with Mabel had always been a bit unconventional. She liked to call it “friends with benefits,” and that was exactly what it was—casual, fun, and with no strings attached. It wasn’t unusual for the two of you to spend a night together and then go back to acting like nothing had happened, as if it was just another part of your routine.

That’s exactly what happened last night. You decided to have some fun and went to her place, spending the night as usual. When you both woke up around noon, typically, you’d get up and grab something to eat, but this time, you lingered a little longer, enjoying the warmth and comfort of the bed.

After a few minutes of quiet, Mabel’s voice broke the silence.

“Are you going to stay for lunch?” she asked, her tone casual, almost like she was offering you just another part of the day, no big deal.