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As she read, lost in thought, she didn't realize someone had entered the room until a deep voice spoke.

"You look beautiful tonight."

She turned to see her colleague and long-time crush, the handsome teacher who had won the hearts of everyone in the school. His piercing blue eyes locked onto hers, and she felt her cheeks turn pink.

"Thank you," she whispered.

He smiled, looking at her intently. "Do you want to grab some dinner after work?"

Her heart skipped a beat. It was the moment she had been waiting for, but could barely believe it was happening. She nodded, and they left the classroom together, her hand in his.