As the days went by, Emma and Asher's relationship continued to blossom, but subtle cracks began to appear. Asher's business demands increased, and he found himself working long hours, leaving Emma alone for extended periods. Emma, feeling neglected, began to wonder if she was a priority in Asher's life.
One evening, Emma decided to surprise Asher at his office. She arrived, flowers in hand, only to find him in a heated meeting with his business partners. Emma waited patiently, but as the meeting dragged on, she grew frustrated. When Asher finally emerged, he seemed distant and preoccupied.
"Hey, I'm sorry about that," Asher said, distracted. "I'm dealing with a lot right now."
Emma felt a pang of disappointment. "You always seem to be dealing with something," she said, her voice tinged with sadness.
Asher looked up, his eyes apologetic. "I know, I'm sorry. It's just business, Emma. It doesn't affect our relationship."
But Emma couldn't shake off the feeling that she was losing Asher to his business world. The rift between them grew wider, and Emma wondered if their love was strong enough to bridge the gap.
As they parted ways that evening, Emma couldn't help but feel uncertain about their future together. She knew she needed to talk to Asher about her feelings, but she wasn't sure if he was ready to listen.