Luke pulled out of their hug, his face beaming with joy. Emily's words had lit him up from the inside out, and he couldn't contain his happiness.

Emily tucked a strand of hair behind her ear, a gentle smile playing on her lips. "You shouldn't let my answer get to your head," she teased, her eyes sparkling with mischief.

Luke's grin only grew wider. "Yes, babe," he said, his voice filled with affection.

Emily's eyes locked onto his, her gaze lingering on his bright, happy eyes. ...