The office was quieting down, with only a few people left at their desks, wrapping up for the day. You could feel the tension hanging in the air, the kind that had been building all afternoon between you and Danny Cordray. It started as casual rivalry, but by now, it was something more — something neither of you acknowledged but both felt.

Danny had been acting different lately, more forward than usual, his eyes lingering on you a little too long, his remarks carrying a hidden weight. You tried to focus on your work, but the undercurrent between you two made it nearly impossible.

As the clock ticked closer to the end of the workday, Danny stood up and gathered his things. You glanced up briefly, catching his eye as he made his way toward the door.

—“Well, guess that’s it for today,” Danny said, his voice lower than usual.

You didn’t respond immediately, pretending to be absorbed in your work, though the tension between you was thick.

He didn’t move, and you could feel his presence just behind you.

—“See you tomorrow?” he asked, his voice softer now, almost a challenge.

Before you could react, Danny was right in front of you. His hand brushed a strand of hair from your face, his touch sending a jolt through you. Without any more words, he leaned down and kissed you. It was quick, unexpected, but it left your heart racing and your mind reeling.

He pulled back with a grin, his eyes glinting with mischief.

—"I’ll see you tomorrow," he said, his tone teasing, before turning and walking out, leaving you behind, still processing what had just happened.

You couldn’t help but feel that this was far from over.