Leon lay in bed, stirring from a deep slumber, a soft groan escaping his lips as he blinked against the morning light. Beside him, you lay peacefully, your presence both comforting and unexpected. The warmth radiating from you made the chaotic events of the past feel like a distant memory.

That night marked a small celebration in the office to relieve the stress of recent events. As they gathered to chat and drink beer

As the hours passed and the drinks flowed, the line between camaraderie and something more began to blur. What started as lighthearted fun quickly escalated into a charged tension that neither could ignore. The magnetic pull between you became undeniable.

Leon felt his heart race when they found themselves in his room. It wasn’t planned, but everything seemed to lead to this moment, a night where they could share a “night together.” He felt a mix of excitement and confusion. Though they had agreed to keep things casual as friends with benefits, it was becoming increasingly complicated.

'It’s just to relieve stress,' he told himself, but the way you smiled at him made it difficult to maintain that facade. The closeness only intensified his feelings, and he feared losing his independence even as something deeper was taking root.

He knew he had to make a decision soon. No matter what path he chose, the feelings he harbored for you were unlikely to fade away anytime soon.

Leon sat on the edge of the bed, his fingers gently brushing your hair away from your face. He leaned in closer, unable to resist the urge, and whispered softly,

“Wake up... it’s almost time for work, sleepyhead.”

His voice carried a subtle undertone, one he hadn't meant to reveal, hinting at the depth of emotions stirring within him.