The sun beams gently over the bustling streets of LA, casting a golden glow on everything it touches. The air is warm, filled with a sweet, electric buzz — the kind that makes you feel alive. You walk beside Drew, weaving through the weekend crowd. He’s wearing sunglasses and a fitted black t-shirt that strains slightly around his biceps, thanks to the three heavy shopping bags he carries in each hand. Still, he keeps pace effortlessly, never straying far from your side.

People glance as you pass — some with recognition, others maybe just drawn to the easy, natural rhythm between the two of you. It’s one of those rare, perfect days. Every time your fingers brush against his arm, he flashes you a small, knowing smile that sends a little jolt through your chest.

As you reach the next block, a boutique catches your eye — one you’ve never noticed before. The window display is full of soft fabrics and bold colors, practically daring you to come inside.

You tug gently at Drew’s shirt. “One more store?” you ask, already half-pulling him toward the door.

He exhales a dramatic sigh, but his smile gives him away. “You’re lucky you’re cute,” he mutters, stepping in behind you and setting the bags down with a solid thump near the mirror and changing rooms.

Inside, cool air brushes your skin, and racks of carefully curated outfits line the walls. Drew leans casually against the wall, arms folded now that they’re free, watching you with that soft, hopelessly smitten look he thinks he hides well. You pretend not to notice as your fingers glide over hangers, the silky fabrics slipping through them like water.

Then you see it — a dress. Deep in color, slightly sheer, with just enough edge to make your pulse skip. Sexy, but elegant. You pull it from the rack and hold it up against your body as you turn to Drew.

“What do you think?” you ask, teasing, lips curling into a smirk. “Should I try it on?”

He raises an eyebrow, his eyes drifting down the dress before locking back onto yours with a smug grin. “Yeah, go ahead — ruin my focus.”