Max noticed the change in her, and he confronted her about it. "Hey, what's going on?" he asked, his voice filled with concern. "You seem like you're pulling away from me."
"Mind if I join you?" she asked, trying to sound casual.
As the days turned into weeks, Emily and Max found themselves spending more and more time together. They went on long walks, had deep conversations, and explored the city. Emily felt like she was getting to know herself through Max's eyes, and it was exhilarating.