AT THE CLUB

...The evening air hummed with a quiet thrill as Aurelia slipped into her dress, smoothing the fabric as if it could settle the butterflies fluttering widely in her chest. A touch of color on her lips, a brush of warmth across her cheeks - her reflection looked like her, but a braver version, the one she hoped to carry into tonight. Just as her nerves threatened to unravel her, the door burst open with giggles, Amara and Lina leaned in eyes sparkling, showering her with compliments and playful teases....

..."You look smart" they chimed, their voice a mix of encouragement and mischief. Aurelia smiled, clutching to the edges of her courage....

...It was just a date - but to her, it was the first step into something unknown, something secret and soft waiting to be discovered....

...The club pulsed with life, its velvet draped walls shimmering under the glow of crystal chandeliers. A rich scent of cigars and polished wood lingered in the air, mixing with the faint trace of expensive colognes. Plush leather seats lined the corners, offering privacy to those who wished to watch the night unfold from the shadows. Soft jazz floated above the gentle clink of glasses giving the place an air of timeless sophistication - a sanctuary for secrets, deals and dangerous kinds of Romans....

...Aurelia's eyes caught sight of Silas seated majestically at the far right corner of the club, with a deep breath she gathered her courage and walked towards him. Silas rose from his seat the instant she neared, his smile gentle and welcoming. It was the kind of smile that eased the tightness in her chest as though he already understood the words she hadn't spoken. With a slight bow of his head, he greeted her like she was the only person in the room. He stood tall, his frame learn yet defined beneath the sharp lines of his suit. His dark hair slightly tousled contrasted against his fair skin while a neatly kept stubble traced the edges of his strong jawline. His hazel eyes caught the light in a way that made me shift between gold and green, holding a quiet intensity. his broad shoulders tapered into a confidence stance....

...Aurelia eased into the seat across from him, her hands nervously brushing the edges of the table. Silas learned forward his charming smile softening the air between them. "I was beginning to wonder if you'd really come" Silas asked playfully. "and miss this wonderful moment" Aurelia said with a shy smile. His laughter was low, warm and it melted the tension from her shoulders. "You look marvelously gorgeous tonight" Silas complimented. "Thanks, you also look good in your suit" she smiled faintly. "Really.... thanks for your generous compliment" he said as he leaned closer whispering in a low tone. His voice always send chills to her body. His smile melt my heart. He has this freaky spell on her which buffles me ever since she met him. Aurelia just hope he never knows the impact his smile have her. Could it be what they refer to as love at first sight? This is their third encounter and the kind of feelings Aurelia is having now is unexplainable....

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