Lunch Together

"Have you had your lunch yet?" Miguel asked Maya after finishing their meeting.

"I'll have now," she replied, about to stand up when he stopped her.

"I also haven't had lunch either. Let's have it together," he suggested eagerly.

"Sorry. I like to have my lunch alone," Maya refused politely. Disappointment flickered through his eyes before he gave her a nod in understanding.

"Alright. Maybe not today," he responded, smiling. After taking permission, she left his room for her own.

As soon as she stepped into her room, she video-called Dante. He picked up the first ring. His charcoal grey eyes with a light blue tint lit her screen.

"Have you had your lunch?" she asked, setting her laptop with her free hand.

"Not yet. I was busy," he replied with a sigh. She took a moment to study his exhausted features. He was a workaholic.

"Are you free right now?" she asked, bringing a winning smile to his face.

"I am always free for you," he replied with a teasing glint in his eyes. His playfu