After their pleasant dinner, Ella glanced at her watch and sighed softly.
"Liam, it's getting late, and tomorrow is a working day. I should probably head back to the hotel."
Liam nodded, understanding her need to return. "Of course, Ella. I'll drive you back to the hotel."
As they left the restaurant, they walked together towards the parking lot. There was a comfortable silence between them, and it was evident that the atmosphere had lightened compared to the initial tension.
When they reached Liam's car, he opened the door for Ella with a courteous smile, and she gracefully slid into the passenger seat. The drive back to the hotel was calm and filled with casual conversation, much different from the deep, intense moments they had shared during dinner. Liam wanted to know about Ella's
