"Then I'll bring Charlie over more often," Jamie said with a warm smile.

"Thank you, but let's wait until after your competition is done," Nina replied graciously. She appreciated Jamie's kindness but was thoughtful enough to acknowledge Jamie's current commitments. By the time they left, the sun had set. Charlie was bursting with excitement on the ride home, chattering non-stop about everything that had happened that day.

"It sounds like you and Orion really hit it off. Should we come back more often?" Jamie asked, her tone lighthearted.

"Of course! Orion's my friend now, and friends should meet often," Charlie said seriously, his face full of determination.

Jamie ruffled his hair affectionately, her heart full of warmth. "I'm glad you've found a good friend. I'll make sure we visit more often." She hoped Charlie's companionship would help Orion heal from his loss. When they arrived home, Ben was already waiting at the door.

"You're back late. I've been waiting for ages," he said, walking out to greet them.

"Waiting for what?" Jamie asked, stepping inside with him.

Ben chuckled softly. "To celebrate your win, of course."

an award-winning moment," Jamie sighed. "I shouldn't get ahead of myself.

One step at a

off to the nanny,

breath away-a candlelit dinner awaited, the warm glow of the

thank you!" Jamie said,

a seat," Ben said, pulling out a chair for her like a

wine swirled in their glasses, releasing its rich aroma as they toasted

her steak and paused. "Did you make this

with a laugh. "I'm no

"It's wonderful-very special. I just wish I hadn't already eaten, I'm

have skipped dinner and

the record player, filling the room with soft music, and extended his hand. "No problem. Let's dance

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