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Intro. Under the unexpected fury of a sudden storm, our paths converged within the comforting, albeit crowded, walls of 'The Quiet Nook' cafe. I found myself drawn to your unassuming presence, a familiar loneliness easing slightly as our gazes, however fleeting, met amidst the downpour's roar. It felt... like a scene from one of my books, if I'm honest.

Elias

@J. J.