**7- Enchanting

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After their exciting Saturday of puzzles and a thriller movie, Sunday morning came with a more relaxed vibe. Eleanor stretched lazily in bed, the events of the previous day making her feel pleasantly tired. But this time, she didn't mind getting up. Today's plan was much more low-key: breakfast at their favorite cafe and a peaceful stroll in the park.

Blake, always the early riser, was already up and ready. He poked his head into Eleanor's room with a knowing grin. "Good morning, sleeping beauty. You ready for some breakfast?"

Eleanor yawned and nodded. "Yeah, yeah. I'm getting up." She slipped out of bed, her body still slightly tired from yesterday's adventure but excited for a more calming day.

They left the house, walking to the cozy neighborhood cafe just a few blocks away. The weather was perfect-warm with a gentle breeze, the kind of morning that made you want to sit outside and enjoy every moment. At the cafe, they ordered their usuals: Eleanor, a strong coffee and a warm croissant, while Blake went for pancakes loaded with syrup.

"So," Blake said, taking a big bite of his food, "how are you feeling after yesterday? Ready for a day of relaxing?"

Eleanor smiled, sipping her coffee. "Definitely. I love solving puzzles, but I'm looking forward to just hanging out today. Maybe we can sit in the park and people-watch."

Blake grinned. "That's the plan. We'll soak in some sun, and if we're feeling extra lazy, we can grab some ice cream too."

After breakfast, they headed to the park, the sound of birds chirping and kids playing filling the air. They found a quiet bench under a shady tree, perfect for watching the world go by. Eleanor took a deep breath, letting the tranquility of the park wash over her. This was exactly what she needed-no stress, no pressure, just a calm Sunday with her best friend.

As they sat there, Blake noticed the peaceful look on Eleanor's face and smiled. "You know," he said, "this might be my favorite part of the week."

Eleanor turned to him, surprised. "Really? The quiet part?"

"Yeah," Blake said, stretching out on the bench. "Sometimes it's nice to just sit and do nothing for a while, especially after a week like yours."

Eleanor nodded in agreement, a content smile on her face as they relaxed, letting the peacefulness of the park settle around them.

As Eleanor and Blake sat peacefully in the park, enjoying the calm, a man riding a bicycle passed by. His eyes caught sight of Eleanor, her long ginger hair glowing in the sunlight, her emerald green eyes focused elsewhere. Mesmerized by her beauty, he lost track of where he was going, unable to tear his gaze away. Before he knew it, his bike swerved uncontrollably, and with a loud crash, he toppled over, landing straight into a nearby trash bin.

Blake erupted in laughter, instantly knowing the cause of the man's misfortune. "Oh my God! Did you see that?" he chuckled, barely able to contain himself. He nudged Eleanor playfully. "Another one bites the dust because of you."

Eleanor, still oblivious to the attention she commanded, glanced at the scene in confusion. "What are you talking about? He just lost control," she said, shaking her head as she sipped her coffee. "People need to pay more attention."

Blake smirked, not bothering to correct her. "Yeah, totally. Just a coincidence."

What neither of them knew was that, not too far away, Leonard, Alejandro, and Roberto were silently watching over her. They stood in the shadows, keeping a close eye on the woman who had captured their attention so profoundly. They had heard of her innocence, but seeing it in action was something else entirely. She had no idea of the power she held over people-men fell for her with just a glance, and she didn't even notice.

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