Bearclaw Valley Simple Art

Cole furrowed his brow, a small smile tugging at the corner of his lips as he continued working beside her, mimicking her actions. He wasn’t used to this kind of conversation, but there was something about Milana’s perspective that seemed... refreshing.

Reckon you’re a bit more optimistic than I am, he said with a quiet chuckle. His gaze flicked to her as he worked, the question lingering in his mind. Do you... have a boyfriend, or what they call 'em? Someone you're thinkin' about? He didn’t push, just a casual inquiry with the slightest bit of curiosity.