CHAPTER TWENTY-FOUR - *PRIVATE CONCERT

The moment was broken by the waiter arriving with dessert. As they savored the decadent chocolate creation, Anna found herself wishing the night would never end. But end it did, with Erik driving her home in his sleek sports car. As they pulled up to her apartment, Anna turned to him. "Thank you for tonight," she said softly. "It was incredible." Erik smiled, reaching out to tuck a strand of hair behind her ear. "The pleasure was all mine." For a moment, they sat in silence, neither wanting to say goodbye. Finally, Anna gathered her courage and leaned in, pressing a soft kiss to Erik's cheek. "Goodnight, Erik," she whispered, slipping out of the car before she could change her mind. As she entered her apartment, her phone buzzed with a text. It was from Erik: "Sweet dreams, Anna. I'm already looking forward to our next adventure." Anna fell asleep that night with a smile on her face, dreaming of city lights and Erik's warm eyes. The next few days passed in a blur of work and cl