A day well spent

The sunset painted the campus in amber and gold, and Noah couldn't help but notice how the light caught in Sophie's hair as they lounged beside her Clexus. The hover-car's gentle hum reminded him of everything she represented – wealth, power, a world he'd never truly understand.

But for now, they were teasing.

"I still can't believe you tapped out first," Noah smirked, leaning against the cool metal of the Clexus.

Sophie scoffed, crossing her arms. "Excuse me? I think we both know who tapped first."

Noah chuckled. "You sure about that? Because I distinctly remember—"

"I swear to God, Noah, don't even try it," she cut in, but the grin tugging at her lips betrayed her.

Their playful back-and-forth had been like this since leaving her apartment. Their own little game.

But then Sophie sighed, her expression shifting. "Okay, real talk."

Noah straightened, sensing the change in tone.