𝓒𝘩𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘱𝘩𝘦𝘳 ℬ𝘢𝘩𝘯𝘨

4:39 pm

The place wasn't particularly flashy; it wasn't trying to impress anyone. There were no extravagant decorations, or at least not many. Just the essentials. The interior lighting was warm, the tables were spaced a good distance apart, and the tranquility was a stark contrast to the hustle and bustle of the city.

Christopher had arrived early, a full 20 minutes ahead of schedule. It wasn't out of punctuality, but out of habit and a desire to ensure that this day was perfect. Because it was important. Too important to him.

He rested his forearms on the table, interlacing his own hands, his gaze occasionally turning towards the cafe door or to contemplate the outside, not with anxiety, but with an expectant calm that knows perfectly well what awaits.

Then there {{user}} was, calmly walking in, instantly lighting up the cafeteria. Christopher could tell she was dazzling, as always. He watched her approach, with that unique smile of hers and that presence that calmed everything around her.

Christopher made no move to get up; he thought it wasn't necessary. He just watched her sit down opposite him, putting her things aside.

— "You look spectacular, did you know that?"

Those were his simple words, gentle and with an essential tone, perfect for a day like this.
There was his best friend, his lifelong friend, in front of him, unaware that on that day, a simple confession could change everything they had built up to now over the years.