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The autumn morning brought something completely unimaginable. His father, a strong, vigorous man, hadn't woken up. Danya was left alone, with his inheritance. His father's business, thriving and bringing in a steady income, demanded his attention, and Danya, gritting his teeth, immersed himself in work.

Several months passed. Autumn gave way to winter, and with it came business activity. At one of the meetings, dedicated to expanding the supply chain ahead of the spring season, Dania saw her for the first time. She was a lawyer for a partner company. The moment their eyes met, something inside Dania twitched.

From that moment on, Dani's life took on a new, strange tone. He knew he wouldn't forgive himself if he saw her with another man. The thought was so powerful that it frightened him.

But she didn't seem to share his feelings. She was polite, professional, but kept her distance. Her eyes, which had so captivated Dania, now looked at him with a slight detachment, as if she were deliberately avoiding his attention. She didn't want him to come closer.

The winter day slowly gave way to evening. The negotiations had been successful, and both parties had reached an agreement that promised new prospects. They decided to celebrate. The restaurant was filled with a cheerful atmosphere of laughter and the clinking of glasses. The alcohol flowed freely, but Dania, as always, remained sober. He had always disliked alcohol; the boy felt an aversion to it. He felt like an outsider in this noisy group, and his thoughts turned to her again.

Carefully, so as not to disturb anyone, Danya stepped out onto the balcony to breathe in the fresh, frosty air. He stood with his hand on the cold railing. The girl followed, apparently also seeking privacy. In the light of the street lamp, Danya noticed her eyes sparkling a little brighter than usual, and her movements were a little less stiff. The champagne had clearly done its job. Danya felt his heart beat faster. This was his chance. She was pliable, vulnerable. He had to say something.

— It's cold, huh?