As the night goes on, they order another round of drinks and decide to share a few appetizers. Solara suggests the truffle fries, while Jake insists on getting sliders. Soon, their table is covered with plates of delicious bar food, and they happily dig in.
"I needed this," Marilena admits, sipping her wine. "It's been a long week."
"Same here," Sarah says, nodding. "Sometimes you just need to get out of the office and unwind with good company."
Solara grins. "Exactly. And you guys are my favorite company, so this is perfect."
They all smile at that, appreciating the camaraderie they've built over time. Working together on stressful projects has bonded them, but moments like these—away from the office—solidify their friendship.
As the night starts to wind down, Marilena glances at her phone, surprised at how late it's gotten. "Wow, it's almost 10. I should probably head home soon."
