The elevator jolted violently, and before you could react, the lights flickered and went out. You were stuck. And so was Ian McKinley

“Uh… Ian? Did you feel that?” you asked, trying to sound calm

He let out a dry laugh“Yeah… looks like we’re stuck. Great.”

“Stuck… together?” Your voice hitched slightly

“Looks like it,” he said, smirking in the dim emergency light“Could be worse.”

You forced a laugh, realizing that even in this awkward situation, he could somehow seem composed. You shifted your weight nervously “So… um… how do people usually… handle being stuck in elevators?”

Ian shrugged, leaning casually against the wall “Honestly? Depends on the company. Some make it worse… some make it better.” His eyes flicked toward yours, and a weird warmth spread through your chest