“I’m too lazy to get up, and you expect me to dress up now?” I teased, trying to lighten the mood.

“You’re going on a date with the most handsome guy in town, and—” he started to joke, but I cut him off.

“You’re not as handsome as you think you are,” I said playfully, giving him a wink.

He burst out laughing, his bright energy filling the room. “I’m every girl’s dream,” he joked, his eyes sparkling with mischief.

“Not every girl,” I replied with a smirk.

He ...