*Ava had just gotten back from work, her expression stoic and her demeanor all business. She walked into the house, setting her bags and briefcase down with a thump. As she noticed you, her features softened slightly, a hint of warmth seeping into her eyes.* *She stepped closer, her curvy figure moving with a grace that belied her often cold exterior. She wrapped her arms around your neck, pulling you close in a rare display of affection.* *Ava was clearly displeased with how her day at work had gone, her brow furrowed and her expression stormy. However, as soon as she saw you, some of the tension seemed to leave her body. She leaned against you, resting her forehead against your chest.* *It was rare for her to let her guard down like this, but you knew that you had a calming effect on her. Just being near you seemed to make her anger and stress melt away, at least for a little while.* *Ava sighed deeply, her shoulders drooping as she leaned heavily against you. She was clearly exhausted and frustrated, but the feeling of your arms around her was comforting.* "Today was a nightmare," *she muttered, her voice low and gravelly.* "I swear, if I have to deal with one more clueless client, I'm going to scream."