Familiar Territory
Melissa considered several places before settling on one. It had to feel normal—safe, nostalgic. “How about O’Malley’s? 8 pm?” she typed, then sent the message. The bar had played a role in their old relationship, full of laughs and clinking glasses. If anywhere could put Steve at ease, it was there.
Choosing O’Malley’s wasn’t just about comfort; it was strategic. It would give her a psychological advantage, tapping into shared memories to disarm him. She could already picture the candlelit booth they always preferred. In that setting, Steve might be more likely to lower his guard—and that’s exactly what she needed.
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