The Unexpected Invitation

PIPER'S POV

The drive to the office was smooth. No traffic. No stress. Just music playing softly in the background and that lingering sense of calm still wrapped around me.

I was ready. Ready to finish my project. Ready to present. Ready to move forward. By the time I pulled into the parking lot, I felt… good. I felt confident and happy.

I grabbed my bag, stepped out of the car, and made my way in