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Chapter 16: Coffee and Conversation
Ethan walked into the coffee shop, scanning the room for Emily. He spotted her sitting at a table by the window, her laptop open in front of her.
He smiled to himself, feeling a sense of excitement. He had been looking forward to this meeting all day.
As he approached the table, Emily looked up and smiled. "Hey," she said, closing her laptop.
Ethan sat down across from her, feeling a sense of comfort. "Hey," he replied.
The barista came over to take their order, and Ethan asked for a coffee while Emily opted for a tea.
As they waited for their drinks, Ethan and Emily chatted about their day. Ethan told her about his classes, and Emily shared stories about her own coursework.
When their drinks arrived, Ethan took a sip of his coffee, feeling a sense of relaxation wash over him. He was really enjoying Emily's company.
As they sipped their drinks, Ethan asked Emily more about herself. She told him about her family, her friends, and her passions.
Ethan listened intently, feeling a sense of connection. He was amazed at how much they had in common.
As the afternoon wore on, Ethan realized that he didn't want the meeting to end. He was having too much fun.
"Hey, do you want to grab dinner with me tonight?" he asked Emily.
Emily smiled, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "I'd love to," she said.
Ethan grinned, feeling a sense of elation. "Great," he said. "I'll pick you up at 7 pm."
As Emily nodded and they made plans for dinner, Ethan couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement. He had a feeling that this was just the beginning of something special.
To be continued.