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le alongside Alvaro. The rhythm of the office became familiar, each day bringing new challenges and l

ng, Alvaro pulled her aside. "I want to discuss somethin

lutter of anxie

. difficult, to say the least. I need yo

I focus on?" she asked,

ed. Your role is to support me, but also to keep an eye on the

x of determination and appr

tor, stormed into the office, immediately exuding an air of hostility. He was lou

nd better terms. This project is too risky as it sta

concerns, but we've already done extensive market research. T

a partnership, not a charity!" Vi

tly navigating the storm of Victor's fury. She took notes diligently, tryi

s tone shifted slightly. There was a hint of frustration mixed with

"What are your main priorities in this partnership? If we understand y

en contribution. He glanced at Alvaro, who rai

. "I want assurance that this investment will yield resu

ss, and regular updates to ensure you're kept in the loop. But it's essential

ed, and with Shania's unexpected input, the atmosphere began to shift. By the

int of admiration in his eyes. "You handled yourse

ge of pride. "I just thought we need

y in this industry," he replied, his tone s

kly reminded herself of the boundaries they had set. They were colleagu

She began contributing to discussions and developing a rapport with the team. Alvaro o

ion that sometimes lingered between them. Late nights spent poring over documents often ended w

hair, running a hand through his hair in frustration. "I'm exhau

suggested, feeling concerned. "We coul

a moment, then nodded. "T

invigorated by the change of scenery. They settled into a small corner table, and she wa

, leaning forward with genuine curios

anage, and I've always wanted to create a better life for myse

licker of empathy in his eyes. "That's commendable

rprised by his warmth. "What

een ambitious. I want to build something that lasts, to leave a mar

It must be hard, carrying that weight.

ow. "There are days when it is, and days when

ee and soaking in the atmosphere. Shania couldn't help but admir

t what you want outside of

ise flashing across his

or interests? Friends outside o

s voice. "Not really. My life revolves around work.

r him. "That's a lonely existence.

But the truth is, I've never really allowed myse

f his words. "But everyone deserves connections,

the world around them faded away. "

He glanced at the screen, his expression shifting back to bu

ng the necessity of his obligations. She watched as he stood,

the layers of the man she worked alongside, but she also felt the weight of the boundaries they

nished their coffee, and as they walked back to the office, the easy rapport they had e

the night. "Thank you for today. I really enjoyed

e lingering on her. "Let's contin

r stomach. As she turned to leave, she glanced back at h

a small smile. "I'll

as becoming more intertwined in Alvaro's life, but she also sensed the complexities that lay

er with a sense of unease that she couldn't shake. The path ahead was