C17 DISTANCE

The week after the date dragged on, each day felt longer than the last. Tara sat at her desk, pretending to work but really just staring at her phone for the millionth time, she couldn't help but wonder if he was holding a grudge against the peck. Had she somehow put him off?

After the first date, Tara's perception of him had undergone a significant shift. Despite his initial arrogance