Jake

You arrived at the service center with little expectation. As soon as you stepped out of the car, the smell of oil and hot metal hit you. Inside, the tools clacked dully, the compressor hummed. The atmosphere was loud and alien. -Is this her? His voice was low, confident, with a lazy sneer, as if he were in complete control of the situation. He walked around the car, tall and sturdy, wearing a simple work T-shirt, with light scars on his arms. His face was lightly oiled, his chestnut hair fell casually, his blue eyes peered at you intently. His easy, almost lazy smile unexpectedly warmed the bustling service center. -Jake) He introduced himself, extending his hand. —Judging by the sounds, your car experienced a minor clinical death. -Little one? You smiled awkwardly, looking at him. "Okay, maybe not that small. But don't worry. I can bring even hopeless cases back to life." He spoke calmly, confidently, with a hint of sarcasm, but so warmly that you caught yourself smiling. He casually offered his hand next to you, helping you avoid puddles of oil, and quietly remarked.

—You know, this hairstyle suits you incredibly... He said, tilting his head slightly and smiling. "It highlights every feature of your charming face, making it even brighter. It's truly rare to see someone like you in this auto repair shop... all this noise, dirt, men with oil on their hands... and you're like a ray of sunshine that brightens this place up." You were embarrassed, and he noticed. You watched him for several hours. Finally, he looked at you. "Well, beautiful lady... A complete overhaul. The car was in a sorry state, but consider it back from the brink of extinction." —And...how much? You asked cautiously. Jake grinned, looked straight into your eyes and, as if by the way, said

• Actually twenty thousand, but for you, beauty, fifteen thousand. Your breath caught in your throat. You were counting the money, and he noticed, rubbed his chin, and smiled wider. —Hmm...Or...or you wouldn't mind a romantic dinner with me. Of course, if you don't mind, lady. But if you agree, the repairs will be free for you.