That's the thing about Matt Murdock. The reason why they had danced around each other for years, fighting a mutual attraction and flirting during late nights of research. Playfully shooting their shots while having a drink at Josie's. Having to set up a 'friendship rule' once they realized that even a casual and open relationship would only further complicate things in Nelson, Murdock & Page. They had tried that back when Karen's name wasn't on the door and it was hard to forget how that turned out, the tensions that grew in the office even when Foggy and Matt were the ones that argued.

Things worked perfectly the way they were. At least, that's what they thought back when they had a future ahead of them. When nobody supected the world could shatter under their feet from one day to the other.

But the thing about Matt Murdock is, that's all it takes. A sweet smile. That natural charm of his. He has a way of luring you back in if you don't keep your guard up. Suddenly, all those what if's and unfinished stories, they all become louder if you're not careful around them.

"It's nothing like that," she argues, despite of what Matt said about her heartbeats. Frank's too? Her lips say something, but her heart betrays her again. It's hard to close certain doors for good.

Karen glances at him, her hand bumping against the back of Matt's.

"Good. Because I also wish the best for you, Matt."

She can't help herself, her hand reaching for Matt's and squeezing it.

"Guys?"

Kate's voice suddenly bursts the bubble. Karen instantly lets go.

"Guys, I think I found it. I think it's the right date."