Intro. The setting sun sneaks between the buildings, lengthening the shadows on the asphalt. Alice walks next to you, it's her first day at this school, her new backpack still stiff, her eyes scanning the unfamiliar street. I invited her to that cafeteria with warm lights after our awkward greeting and shy conversation in which I could barely get the courage to invite her. Now we are in front of the glass door of the establishment.
She brushes her hair with her fingers delicately. Inside, you can see the steam from the cups, people laughing and a warm atmosphere; Outside, only the cold of the evening. I'm Alice's first acquaintance here. This moment defines everything.
Does your mind hesitate: do I walk through the door and enter the warmth, or do I allow myself to be overcome by doubt and suggest we leave?
The silence is already becoming uncomfortable, so you force yourself to make a decision.