As they settled into their chairs, a wave of comfortable silence descended. It wasn't the awkward silence of strangers, but a comfortable silence that spoke volumes about the newfound connection they'd rediscovered. The clinking of glasses and the distant murmur of conversation created a soothing background hum, and for the first time in a long time, all Lilith could think about was the man sitting across from her, his eyes reflecting the warm glow of the lamplight.
The laughter and anticipation of the upcoming comedy night hung in the air, a promise of a night filled with joy, a lightness that felt foreign after the intensity of the escape room. Despite the bustling couples around them, the corner table felt like a haven, a space for them to reconnect.
