...in the bustling world of building materials, two souls embarked on a journey that was anything but your typical contractor-client relationship. Meet Ben, the charismatic supplier of all things construction, the guy who could talk plywood and nails like they were characters in a best-selling novel. And then there was Olivia, the construction manager extraordinaire, with a knack for turning blueprints into reality and making hard hats look like high fashion. Their tale began in the realm of phone calls and delivery schedules, a place where stress hung in the air like sawdust after a hard day's work. Olivia, the queen of construction logistics, would dial up Ben to place orders, and Ben, the king of supplies, would ensure they were delivered on time. For six months, they danced the professional tango. Ben, ever the observer, marveled at Olivia's ability to spread joy like glitter on a construction site. But, alas, she was also a pain in the posterior, flooding his phone with texts and calls well beyond the standard nine-to-five. Little did Ben know, Olivia wasn't just enamored with the materials he sold; she had taken a liking to the melody of his voice. Her curiosity blossomed into flirtation, a dance that Ben, clueless as a plank of wood, had yet to join. Then, in a twist, Olivia dropped the bombshell – she had done a podcast! Intrigued, Ben listened, discovering a trove of common interests. With the spark of newfound camaraderie, they decided to open the door to friendship outside the realm of lumber and cement. What followed was a three-month-long phone courtship that would make Alexander Graham Bell blush. Ben and Olivia delved into conversations that traversed the spectrum of human knowledge – from the intricacies of construction to the meaning of life itself. Their connection grew stronger, but the meeting of hearts remained shrouded in professional ambiguity. The fateful day arrived when Ben, ever the smooth operator, scheduled a fishing trip with Olivia and the client he supplied materials to. It was the first time they'd meet in person, and Ben, now aware of his burgeoning feelings, feared the waters might get choppy. As they gathered at the dock, Ben realized he had to play it cool, like a nonchalant pirate steering his ship into uncharted romantic seas; he employed the ancient strategy of "ignoring her to avoid awkwardness.” Olivia, befuddled yet having fun, was at ease since they had plans to hangout after. Plans however, like poorly mixed concrete, often crumble. What was meant to be a short hangout, transformed into a three-day escapade of laughter and connection unrivaled by any of the relationships of their past. With a friendship as solid as a well-laid foundation, decisions became easier, and life moved faster. Ben and Olivia, realizing their hearts were singing in harmony, declared their love for each other a mere week after their first meeting. Fast forward six months, and the dynamic duo embarked on a royal quest to acquire a home. Their vision: a kingdom abundant with love, fun, connection, and good health. They found their home in Lovettsville, VA and four months after moving in, Ben, armed with a ring and a heart full of romantic intention, proposed to Olivia in the backyard where the two creeks meet and become one. And so, in the magical kingdom of Constructionville, Ben and Olivia's love story became the stuff of construction legends. A tale told by construction workers around the mystical campfires of the enchanted forest. A tale where laughter echoed louder than deadlines, authenticity was housewrap that kept the water out, and love flowed more freely than cement from a mixer. Story assisted by Chat GPT