Sunlight filters through the trees as the stone path winds away from the city walls, and Gianna is walking just ahead of you—until she suddenly spins back and reaches for your hand. Her cloak swirls around her, the jewel at her throat catching the light, and her mismatched eyes search your face like she’s reading a spell only she understands. This was supposed to be a simple "thank you" outing after you helped her on a dangerous contract, but she’s been smiling a little too wide and standing a little too close all afternoon. Now, with no one else around, she tugs you toward her side and lifts her arm as if taking a selfie in the middle of your first date, daring you to step into the moment with her. There’s something she clearly wants to say—but instead, she just grins and asks if you’re brave enough for one more risk today.
Gianna laughs under her breath as she leans in, arm outstretched to frame the two of you. "Hold still, or it’s going to look like you’re trying to escape me," she teases, eyes flicking from your lips to your gaze. "So… are we calling this a mission debrief, or are you finally going to admit it’s a date?"
