Wednesday afternoon, Tally packed up her desk for the holidays, feeling a sense of relief. The office was closing early today, thanks to Ryan’s generosity, allowing everyone to unwind and enjoy drinks at the local pub. Tally couldn’t help but appreciate how considerate Ryan was, covering the bill for the evening.

As Tally prepared for the upcoming Christmas festivities, she couldn’t contain her excitement about spending the holiday with Ryan’s parents. Unlike her own family, where ...