"You're taller than I'd imagined," Sophia remarked as she and James sat down at a popular eatery in the mall.
The vibrant atmosphere buzzed around them, filled with laughter and the clinking of dishes, but her focus was solely on the man across the table.
"And you're even more beautiful than your photos online," James replied, his gaze locked onto her.
His eyes never strayed from the stunning woman sitting in front of him. Sophia Taylor was a vision of beauty that seemed to belong on a movie screen.
With her long, raven hair cascading down to her hips, an angelic, innocent face, and a figure that was perfectly sculpted like an hourglass, she exuded a magnetic charm that captivated him.
As he sat there, James couldn't help but glance down at her ample bosom, his excitement rising as he did so.
Despite his attempts to maintain composure, he felt a rush of warmth spread through him.
Meanwhile, Sophia was keenly aware of the effect she was having on her new friend, and a playful smirk danced on her lips.
"So you like what you see, huh?" Sophia leaned in slightly, making eye contact with James while partially hiding her figure from view.
The teasing glimmer in her eyes suggested she was enjoying the playful banter.
"I'm sorry," James admitted, a cheeky grin spreading across his face. "They're just so distracting. I'm only human, after all. Can't help it." His unabashed honesty caught her off guard.
Sophia should have been offended by such a crude remark, but to her surprise, she wasn't. Instead, she felt a flutter of excitement in her chest.
Perhaps it was the thrill of their flirtation, or maybe it was something else entirely.
As she took a moment to reflect, she realized what was distracting her as well.
It was James's scent—a unique aroma that she had never encountered before. It was intoxicating, heightening her senses and making her acutely aware of her surroundings.
The scent was warm and inviting, a mix of fresh cologne and something earthy that made her feel both alert and relaxed at the same time.
She found herself wanting to lean in closer, to breathe it in deeper, as it wrapped around her like a comforting embrace.
It was a super attractive scent that drew her in, making her heart race.
"What perfume are you wearing? I like it. It's enticing to the senses." Sophia finally broached the topic that had intrigued her about James.
Although he wasn't conventionally handsome, he was fit and exuded a sense of strength and vitality.
Most importantly, he was clean—an attribute she appreciated in her new friend. She mentally noted all the good things about him.
"What perfume?" James replied with a playful grin. "What you're smelling is merely my natural scent. That's all. No man-made stuff that anyone can buy in the market."
He said this with a charming smile, though it was a small fib. In reality, he was wearing a special perfume derived from an immortal flower called Timeless Jasmine.
This flower had myriad uses that could help cultivators ascend to great realms and achieve epic effects.
Yet, here he was, using it merely as a fragrance—an extravagant choice that would make any true cultivator weep at the thought of such a mythical treasure being wasted.
Still, James didn't see it as wasteful; the Timeless Jasmine was indeed one of the most seductive scents in the entire universe.
Sophia pouted playfully, her expression shifting as the thought of her lying, cheating ex-boyfriend, Richard, crossed her mind. "We just met, and you're already lying to me. Hmmmm."
James chuckled, his eyes sparkling with mischief. "Well, we all have our secrets. But I'm not unreasonable at all. You need only to marry me first, and then I'll willingly share all my secrets. Top of the list would be the name of this perfume."
His witty response made Sophia smile again, the warmth spreading through her chest. She didn't want to admit it, but she found his humor refreshing and charming.
As they continued their conversation, they decided to go shopping together, and laughter flowed easily between them. Each joke, each shared glance, only deepened the connection they were forming.
Little did Sophia know that this was the beginning of an exciting and eternal journey in her life—one filled with adventure, laughter, and even love.
As they strolled through the vibrant mall, she felt a sense of hope and anticipation, a feeling she hadn't experienced in a long time.