Harlan Bishop woke up the next morning with a huge smile plastered on his face, lying comfortably in Emily Cooper's cozy apartment. Last night had been magical, and thoughts of Antoine Lambert filled his mind.
As he stared up at the ceiling, reminiscing, Emily and Mindy emerged from their rooms, looking equally as happy to start the new day.
"Harlan, you're still in bed?" Emily asked with a teasing grin. "You must have really enjoyed last night."
Harlan turned to them, his smile even wider. "Last night was the best thing ever. Antoine and I had the most amazing time."
Emily perched on the edge of the bed, her curiosity piqued. "Oh really? What happened?"
Harlan's eyes twinkled with excitement. "I dreamt that I was in bed, and Antoine was in the kitchen, carrying a plate of croissants and strawberries. The morning light was streaming in, and he looked at me with that charming smile of his."
Emily leaned in, captivated. "And what did he say?"
Harlan's voice turned dreamy. "He said, 'Good morning, Harlan. I thought you might like some breakfast in bed.'"
Emily clapped her hands together, her eyes sparkling. "Aww, that's so sweet! I hope your dream comes true."
Harlan sighed contentedly. "Me too. It felt so real."
Emily patted his leg. "Well, dreams or not, it's time to get out of bed. Joy Trent is proposing her business with Savoir today, and she's planning to open an amusement park near Paris to preserve her family legacy."
Harlan sat up, stretching. "I hope Antoine will be there. Do you know if Camille is coming?"
Mindy, who had been listening with amusement, chimed in. "I think she is. Joy wants to make a big impression, and having all the key players there will help."
Harlan hopped out of bed, suddenly filled with energy. "Well then, let's get ready. We can't miss this."
They all hurried to get dressed and make their way to Savoir. The streets of Paris were bustling with morning activity, and the crisp air added a spring to their steps.
At Savoir, they found the office buzzing with excitement. Joy Trent was already there, looking poised and professional as she prepared for her presentation. Sylvie Grateau was speaking with Luc and Julien, ensuring everything was in place.
Joy greeted them warmly as they arrived. "Harlan, Emily, Mindy! I'm so glad you could make it."
Emily smiled. "We wouldn't miss it for the world, Joy. This is a big day for you."
Joy nodded, her eyes bright with determination. "It is. I've been working so hard for this moment. I can't wait to share my vision."
As the meeting began, Joy detailed her plans for the amusement park. She spoke passionately about her family's legacy and her desire to create a place where people could experience joy and wonder, just as her father had envisioned.
Harlan listened intently, feeling a deep sense of pride for his friend. When Joy mentioned the park's location near Paris, his excitement grew. This could be something truly special.
Sylvie, ever the discerning businesswoman, asked pointed questions about the logistics and financial aspects. Joy answered confidently, clearly prepared for every inquiry.
After the presentation, the room erupted in applause. Joy beamed, her eyes glistening with happiness.
Emily, Mindy, and Harlan rushed to congratulate her. "Joy, that was incredible!" Emily exclaimed.
Joy hugged them all, her excitement contagious. "Thank you so much. This means everything to me."
Just then, the door opened, and Antoine Lambert walked in, looking as suave as ever. He spotted Harlan and smiled warmly.
"Harlan, Emily, Mindy, good to see you all. And congratulations, Joy. Your presentation was very impressive."
Harlan's heart skipped a beat. "Antoine, I'm glad you could make it."
Antoine nodded. "I wouldn't miss it. Plus, I wanted to see you again."
Emily and Mindy exchanged knowing glances, their smiles widening.
As the group chatted, Harlan felt a sense of belonging and happiness. Paris had truly become his home, filled with wonderful friends and new adventures.
Later, as they all headed out to celebrate Joy's success, Harlan couldn't help but feel grateful for everything that had led him to this moment. With Emily and Mindy by his side, and the potential for something special with Antoine, life in Paris was shaping up to be more than he had ever dreamed.
The evening was filled with laughter, delicious food, and the promise of new beginnings. As they raised their glasses to toast Joy's success, Harlan knew that his Parisian adventure was just beginning, and the future looked brighter than ever.
