Power, Love, and Promise (COMPLETED)

Us vs Business

The soft morning light streamed through the tall windows of Selena's bedroom, casting a gentle glow over the room. She lay in bed, wrapped in the silk sheets, her mind replaying the events of the previous night. The gala had been a whirlwind of celebration and emotion, but for Selena, one moment stood out—the moment she and Frey had finally kissed. It wasn't just a reunion; it was a long-overdue beginning.

As she stretched and rose from bed, her thoughts drifted to how different things felt now. There was no fear, no uncertainty. Ten years had passed, and while they had built their lives separately, it hadn't diminished what they shared. If anything, it had strengthened it. They weren't the same people they had been at eighteen, but that was the beauty of it. They were older now, wiser, and ready to face the future together.

Her phone buzzed on the nightstand, and when she glanced at it, a smile tugged at her lips. A message from Frey:

"Coffee later? Just us. I'll pick you up at 11."

Selena's heart skipped a beat. It was simple, unassuming, yet full of promise. She quickly typed back:

"See you then :)"

She set the phone down, her pulse quickening with excitement. This was what she had always wanted, but now it felt even more right. They had taken different paths for a while, but those paths had led them back to each other.

Downstairs, the scent of fresh coffee wafted through the house as she made her way to the kitchen. Her parents were sitting at the breakfast table, both dressed casually, but even in their morning attire, they exuded the kind of effortless glamour that only years of success could cultivate.

"There's our star," her father, Denzel, said with a wide grin as she entered. "You were glowing last night, kiddo."

Her mother, Amelia, smiled over the rim of her coffee cup. "We saw you and Frey share that moment." She winked. "It's about time, don't you think?"

Selena blushed slightly but didn't shy away. "It was a long time coming."

Her father nodded approvingly. "The two of you, you've grown into something special. And now that the Ackenboroughs are staying in London for good, I think we'll be seeing a lot more of Frey around here."

Her mother's eyes twinkled with excitement. "I always knew you two would find your way back to each other."

Selena smiled, feeling the love and support from her parents. There was no pressure, just encouragement, as if they had always known this was how things would turn out. In some ways, they had never doubted it. And neither did she.

The conversation flowed easily over breakfast, touching on business, the upcoming projects with their fintech company, and the aftermath of the gala. But Selena's thoughts kept drifting back to Frey, to the kiss they had shared, and to what the future held for them.

By the time 11 a.m. rolled around, Selena was dressed in a simple yet elegant outfit—perfect for a casual coffee but still reflecting her effortless style. She was waiting by the door when she heard the low hum of an engine outside. Peeking through the window, she saw Frey's car pulling up the driveway.

Her heart raced with anticipation as she stepped outside. Frey emerged from the driver's side, looking as handsome as ever, his clean-shaven face brightened by an easy smile. The way he looked at her sent warmth coursing through her.

"Hey," he greeted, leaning casually against the car. "Ready for that coffee?"

"Always," she replied, walking toward him. There was no need for pretense or hesitation. This felt natural, like it always had.