"Hey, beautiful," Mike's text read. "Want to meet me at the wine bar tonight? I'm buying."
Brandi's heart skipped a beat as she read the message. She had been looking forward to seeing Mike all week, and the prospect of spending a romantic evening with him was too enticing to resist.
"Hey, gorgeous," he said, pulling her into a hug. "You look stunning tonight."
As the wine bar started to close, Mike walked Brandi out into the warm summer air. They strolled through the quiet streets, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere and each other's company.
The wine bar was bustling with people, but Brandi and Mike easily found each other. He was standing by the bar, sipping on a glass of red wine and chatting with the bartender. When he saw Brandi, his face lit up with a warm smile.
