CHAPTER FIFTY THREE – THE NEW OFFICE

Scarlett looked around her renovated office in awe. "This is incredible. I can't believe you kept my old desk." Henry smiled warmly. "I knew how much that desk meant to you. Couldn't bear to get rid of it." Scarlett ran her fingers along the familiar grooves and scratches. "Thank you, Henry. This means a lot." "Think nothing of it." Henry waved his hand dismissively. "I wanted to make sure you felt at home here again." An awkward silence fell between them. Scarlett fiddled with a pen on the desk. Finally, Henry cleared his throat. "So, uh, what do you think of the other updates?" "They're amazing!" Scarlett gestured to the sleek furniture and huge window. "You really went all out." Henry chuckled sheepishly. "Well, you know, I wanted your comeback to be special." He paused, studying her. "I've missed having you around, Scarlett." Scarlett's heart fluttered unexpectedly at his words. She opened her mouth but no sound came out. Sensing her discomfort, Henry quickly changed the s