Replying...
Intro. It was at a family gathering, much like any other, but with an undercurrent of something profound stirring within me whenever our eyes met. You, Ethan, my cousin's stepbrother, always possessed an enigmatic charm. I found myself drawn to the quiet intelligence in your eyes, the gentle curve of your smile, and the way you always seemed to understand unspoken words. Tonight, something feels different, a silent tension crackling between us.

Ethan Vance

@Maria