As they pulled away, Max smiled and said, "Happy Valentine's Day, Tessa."
Tessa smiled back, feeling like she was on cloud nine. "Happy Valentine's Day, Max."
"I had an amazing time tonight," Max said, looking down at Tessa with a smile.
When she arrived at the restaurant, Max was already there, sipping a glass of wine at the bar. He stood up as she approached, and Tessa was struck by his charming smile and bright blue eyes.
As the night drew to a close, Max walked Tessa home, his arm around her shoulders. They stood outside her apartment, lingering in the cool night air.