Dark Deals in the Daylight 2

Jason pushed open the front door, his suit slightly rumpled but still neat from the long morning. The first thing he noticed was Veronica standing at the base of the grand staircase, her sharp blue eyes widening with relief as they met his. 

She was a vision of elegance even in her casual wear… a silky, sleek black dress that hugged her curves. The black waves of her hair framed her face, the sunlight streaming through the window catching the streaks of gold in her necklace.

"Jason!" she exclaimed, rushing down the stairs. Her heels clicked sharply against the polished wood as she closed the distance between them. Her hands were immediately on him, inspecting his appearance. "What happened to you? Are you okay?"