310: Unspoken Truths

In the secluded tranquility of the rooftop garden, under the delicate glow of the overhead lights, the tension between Emma and Bauer had escalated unexpectedly. Emma, caught off guard by Bauer's sudden kiss, felt a whirlwind of emotions that she struggled to articulate. "I think this place is beautiful, Bauer. You've really outdone yourself with it," Emma remarked, attempting to steer the conversation back to safer waters. She inquired about the flowers, trying to distract from the intensity of the moment. Bauer, however, seemed determined not to let the subject of their earlier conversation fade into the background. "I was honestly surprised to see you tonight," he confessed. "And yes, I was a bit jealous about that woman. But let's not dwell on it. It just goes to show how much you mean to me." Emma felt a flush of warmth at the compliment, yet it was paired with a sense of foreboding. "Bauer, let's maybe head downstairs? It's beautiful here, but I feel like we're disturb