New York, Mia

I sat in my office, engrossed in a client meeting, meticulously assisting her with the complexities of her project. She was one of my regulars, and over time, our professional relationship had evolved into a friendly one. Today, she brought along my favorite bag of chips as a pleasant surprise. I couldn’t help but smile as she handed me the familiar snack.

“Thank you so much, Sarah,” I said, genuinely touched by her thoughtful gesture. “You know me too well.”

As we worked through the project, our conversation flowed effortlessly, switching between business and more casual topics. The chips added a touch of comfort to our meeting,...