One evening, as Yara was closing up the café, Adam decided it was time to talk to her about something he had been thinking about for a while. He knew the time had come to make his feelings clear.
"Yara, I need to tell you something," he said firmly, standing by the door.
Yara felt a strange nervousness but tried to stay calm. "What is it?"
Adam took a deep breath and then spoke. "I don't want to hide behind my walls anymore. Since I met you, I've started feeling like I can live again. Like I can be honest with myself."
That moment was filled with sincerity and emotion. Yara felt her heart beating fast, knowing this was the turning point in their relationship.
"I feel the same way, Adam. I feel like I've found something special with you. Maybe it's more than just friendship," she said in a soft voice, yet her words were filled with confidence.
Adam took a step closer to her and gently held her hand. "Maybe this is love, Yara."
She looked into his eyes and smiled. "Maybe it is."