The night had settled in, casting a gentle glow across the room as Emily carefully set the dinner table. She arranged the dishes with precision: pan-seared salmon glistening with golden perfection, bright red poached shrimp piled neatly on a platter, a fresh salad with crisp greens, and a bottle of handpicked red wine to complement the meal. Every dish reflected the care and thought she had put into this dinner, her own subtle way of expressing gratitude. As Alex entered the living room, his eyes scanned the table, a hint of admiration lingering in their depths.“Looks good,” he said in his low, even tone, as he pulled out a chair and took a seat.Emily gave him a gentle smile, settling into the seat across from him, lifting her glass for a toast. “Thank you for all your help,” she said warmly, “and also, thank you for the gift you brought back today.”The gift from Alex was a delicate silk scarf, its soft fabric and intricate pattern clearly marked it as something special, crafted by
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