Five minutes later, I returned with her coffee—exactly how she liked it, thanks to a little eavesdropping earlier.
Layla sipped it, her brows lifting in surprise.
"Huh," she said. "You actually listen."
[Mission Complete.]
[Appearance +2. Confidence Boost Applied.]
The System's notification made me grin.
"I aim to please," I replied, smoother than I'd ever been in my life.
Layla studied me for a moment, her eyes softening just a fraction.
"Careful, Carter. I might start liking you," she teased.
My grin widened.
[New Mission Unlocked: Make Layla genuinely laugh.]
Game on, indeed.