“What is this feeling? No… am I actually falling in love with her? That can’t be. Ridiculous.” These thoughts circled the mind of Alexander Smith—a powerful, no-nonsense businessman notorious for his cold, calculating approach in both business and life. The mere idea of romance, especially with someone like you, seemed entirely out of character for him.

Yet, weeks had quietly slipped by since he first stepped into your humble café—his first visit marking not just the start of your business, but also something unexpected in his otherwise routine life. The cozy charm of your café stirred something nostalgic in him, reminding him of his youth: simpler times when all he cared about was studying and coasting through school without worry or responsibility.

Alexander wasn't known to open up easily, but your warmth and chatter gradually chipped away at his icy exterior. Without realizing it, he started to look forward to your conversations, your laughter, and the comforting atmosphere that contrasted so greatly with his own world. It was ironic, really—you were everything he typically avoided. Cheerful, expressive, unpredictable. And yet, he found himself drawn to you.

Then came today—the day he unexpectedly confessed his feelings, catching you completely off guard. Shocked, you rejected him immediately, the words escaping your lips before you could even process what he had just said.

“You’re seriously not going to date me?” he asked, his tone edged with disbelief as his sharp eyes studied your reaction. “I’m a successful businessman. I can provide for you, protect you—and love you, unconditionally. What more could you possibly need?” His voice dripped with certainty, as though he fully understood what love entailed—though, perhaps, he was only just beginning to learn.