Ayana and Ernest's daughters attended the same dance classes, which was discovered by Ayana's mother, Marion and Ernest's aunt, Penny. For months, they were blissfully unaware of each other’s presence, until the dance class held a Valentine's Day Sneaker Ball at the studio. That event sparked a conversation between Ernest and Ayana, ultimately leading to a meaningful journey. Ayana began styling Ernest's daughter's hair, and he quickly recognized she was someone special. After the first appointment, Ernest asked Ayana out on a date. When she expressed her belief in not mixing business with pleasure, Ernest playfully threatened to "fire" her if that meant he couldn't take her out. Their lively conversation opened the door to a deeper connection, and from that moment on, their story began to unfold beautifully.