NOVEL NEXT Chapter 2: Serendipitous Conversations
Liza felt her heart skip a beat as Daniel took a seat across from her. The warm aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingled with the faint scent of his cologne, creating an intoxicating blend that made her feel lightheaded. For a moment, they sat in silence, each too absorbed in the sudden reality of their proximity to speak.
Daniel, sensing her nervourness, decided to break the ice. "I'll see you here often," he began, his voice soft and reassuring. "You always seem so engrossed in your book. What are you reading?"
Liza smiled, grateful for the gentle promt. "It's a classic novel," she replied, holding up the cover for him to see. "I've read it a dozen times, but it never gets old."
Their conversation flowed naturally after that, each question and anwer unraveling another layer of their personalities. They discovered shared interests-books, music, a love for travel- and bonded over their mutual affection for the little café they both frequented.
As they talked, Liza found herself growing more at ease. Daniel's easygoing manner and genuine interest in her words made the conversation feel effortless. She admired the way his eyes crinkled at tge conrners when he laughed at the sincerity in his voice when he spoke about his dreams and aspirations.
By the time they finished their coffee, the initial shyness hed melted away, replaced ba a warm camaraderie. They exchanged phone numbers and made tentative plans to meet again. As Daniel stood to leave, he paused and looked at Liza, his eyes filled with a promise of something more.
"I'm glad I finally approached you," he said, his voice filled with earnestness. "I've been wanting to do that for a while."
Liza's smile widened. "Me too," she admitted. "I'm looking forward to our next coffee date."
With that, Daniel left the café , and Liza watch him go, her heart light and her mind buzzing with the possibilities of what lay ahead. The once stolen glances had given way to serendipitous conversations, and she couldn't wait to see where this unexpected connection would lead.