Wang Jian and Bella sat across from each other in a cozy corner of the coffee shop, their conversation flowing naturally. Bella seemed more at ease, her laughter coming more freely as Wang Jian effortlessly steered the discussion toward topics that brought out her smile. He had been careful to maintain a light, flirtatious tone throughout their time together, subtly deepening their connection.
However, just as Bella was recounting a particularly amusing story from her past, Wang Jian's phone vibrated on the table. He glanced at the screen to see Emily's name flashing. His smile faltered slightly, but he quickly masked it, turning his attention back to Bella.
"Sorry about that," he said with a sheepish grin, turning the phone over so the screen was hidden. "Where were we?"