After relocating to Salvine City to be closer to the woman he loved, Henry–now the distinguished owner of a luxurious five-star hotel–stood by the floor-to-ceiling window of his penthouse suite, basking in the golden glow of the morning sun.

Cradling a mug of steaming coffee in one hand, he sipped slowly while gazing at the awakening city skyline, his thoughts drifting to Sarah and what she might be doing at the moment.

Buzz! Buzz!!

His vibrating phone on the nightstand snapped his gaze away from the window as he wondered who would be calling him so early. He strolled over to the bedside to pick up the phone, his eyes widening with excitement at the caller's name flashing on the screen.

Dropping the coffee mug, he answered the call and brought the phone to his ear.

"Good morning, beautiful. Guess who I was just thinking about?"

"Who else if not me?" Sarah giggled. Her soft and tender voice rapped in Henry's ear like a peacefully flowing river, evoking a radiant glow on his cheek.

"You got me." Henry settled into the bed, resting his head against the headboard as he crossed one leg over the other in quiet ease. "How was your night?"

"Peaceful but cold and lonely. I couldn't help but imagine you sleeping beside me just like we did back at the island. I guess I'm not used to sleeping alone these days."

Henry chuckled softly, his tone warm and sexy.

"Then why don't you come over? The penthouse feels too big for me without you in it. I didn't buy this hotel just for myself. You know I put it in your name so I could always feel close to you."

"I still can't believe you bought a billion-dollar hotel in my name." Sarah's voice was filled with disbelief and awe. "Or the fact that you relocated your entire career to Salvine City just for me."

"That's to show you how crazy I am about you." Henry exhaled softly, stroking the soft fluffy pillow beside him. "I could move an entire continent just for you."

"Aww! You need to see the way I'm blushing like a little girl right now. You always find a way to make me feel giggly." Sarah cooed softly like a bird.

Henry chuckled, beaming to himself. "That's exactly the way you make me feel, too. If only you were here with me right now. It will be magical."

"Hmm... tempting. Tell me, what does the penthouse look like? Was it renovated to your taste?" Sarah's tone was filled with a deep longing.

"In one word, I'll simply say, Paradise." Henry's thrilled gaze swept across the room. "All the while we were on the island, I made a few changes to suit what we both love. It has everything you could ever dream of. It is equipped with a panoramic city view with abundant natural lights, state-of-the-art appliances, a rooftop garden, a massive private swimming pool, a luxury jacuzzi, amongst others."

"Wow!" Sarah exclaimed.

"But nothing beats the master bedroom, baby. You should see this place… It's cozy, warm, and the view of the skyline at sunrise is absolutely breathtaking. I was just standing by the window watching the rising sun when you're call came in. Imagine what it will be like watching the sun rise with you beside me, our arms intertwined and our hearts beating as one."

Sarah's laughter tinkled through the phone, making Henry's smile deepen.

"You and your sweet words. Always tempting me just like that unforgettable night at the island."

"It's not just temptation, my love," Henry replied smoothly. "I mean every word. I'm glad you consider our time together unforgettable. But there are still many unforgettable memories to be shared and everything here feels incomplete without you."

There was a long pause as if Sarah was contemplating the open invitation. So Henry intervened.

"You know what, take all the time you need. I'll still be here waiting for you anytime you decide to pay me a weekend visit. But in the meantime, I'd like to let you know I've taken up a new big movie project at the Mega House studio. I'm directing and producing the movie, as well as acting in the character of the male lead. And guess what? I'm searching for a female lead." Henry said, his voice tinged with excitement.

"A female lead?" Sarah asked, surprise evident in her tone."

"Yes," Henry replied.

"That sounds exciting. I'm sure there are a lot of amazing actors out there who would fit into that role perfectly. Nevertheless, let me be the first to say congratulations, dear. I'm super proud of you."

"Thank you, baby. But I don't think you've gotten the picture. I'm looking for a young, beautiful, multitalented and tenacious female lead."

"Okay...But what does that have to do with me?"

Henry smiled to himself. "Everything, my love. Because the movie we are set to produce is a romance thriller and the female lead character I have in mind fits you perfectly."

"Me!" Sarah's stunned voice echoed in Henry's ear.

"Yes, my love. I want you to be part of the project, not just because you're beautiful and multi-talented, but because I believe you can bring this story to life in a way no one else can."

"But Henry..." Sarah hesitated. "I have no skill or foreknowledge in acting or script play. I'm a software developer, more of a gadget nerd. I'm not made for Broadway."

"I completely disagree on that. Aside from being a legendary software developer, my baby is a badass guitarist, a songwriter, a talented performer with one of the rocking bands in the city, an acrobatic skydiver, an ocean diving explorer, a fearless mountain climber, a badass jet skier... Do you want me to continue?"

"Henry...you flatter me too much," Sarah said, giggling. "Those are just my hobbies. You can't seriously tag me as an expert in all those fields you've mentioned."

"Number one, I do not flatter." Henry cut in gently. "And secondly don't sell yourself short or doubt yourself. You've always had a quiet grace and a presence that captures people. I've never seen any young woman as talented and as tenacious as you are especially when doing something for the first time. People love you and it's time for the world to see who Sarah Hunt is through this film."

Another soft silence lingered between them, filled only with their breathing until Sarah finally said.

"If I say yes to this exciting proposal, how do you intend to manage this with my schooling or the music band?"

"Leave that to me. I'm already planning ahead." Henry climbed out of the bed as his gaze fell on the luxury wall-mounted clock.

"All right then, Mr Event Planner, you've got yourself a novice female lead. Let's see how you plan to transform me into a movie star."

"It will be my pleasure. I'll see you at the campus later today."

"Yes. I have to go now. Love you."

"Love you too. Kiss, kiss." Henry blew kisses as he ended the call.