Their conversation flowed smoothly as they continued their dinner. Jake shared stories from the finance department, painting vivid pictures of the chaos that often ensued during busy periods. Eliza found herself laughing at his anecdotes, feeling the stress of the day melting away.
The waiter returned to clear their plates and offered the dessert menu. Jake raised an eyebrow playfully. "Shall we indulge in some tiramisu?"
Eliza smiled, nodding. "Why not? It's been a good night."
As they waited for their dessert, Eliza felt a sense of contentment. Jake was easy to talk to, and his lighthearted nature was a welcome change from the intensity that often surrounded her. However, she couldn't completely shake off the thought of Vaughn and what he might be doing.
