When Hearts Align

worries. She glanced back at the café, where Jake still lingered, his laughter fading into the distance as he waved goodbye. A warmth spread through her c

text:"Hey, Jake! It's Lily from the café. I enjoyed our chat yesterday. Would love to continue it sometime, perhaps over coffee? ☕"With a deep breath, she hit send, flinching slightly as she watched the message disappear into the digital void. Now there was nothing to do but wait.Hours passed, and Lily threw herself into her work, but her mind kept drifting back to the café. She replayed their banter, the easy flow of their connection. Had she been too forward? Was he even interested? The uncertainty gnawed at her, setting her heart racing with every notification that pinged on her phone.Finally, as dusk began to fill the sky with shades of orange and purple, her phone buzzed. Heart racing, she glanced at the screen."Hey, Lily! I had a great time too. Coffee sounds perfect. Is tomorrow at 3 good for you?"Relief flooded her as she read his words. A grin crept across her face as she quickly replied, agreeing to the time.The next day felt both swift and agonizingly slow as Lily prepared for their meeting. She chose a soft blue sweater that complimented her eyes, hoping to project warmth and confidence. As the time approached, she couldn't shake the flutter of nerves fluttering in her stomach, mingled with excitement.Arriving at the café early, she claimed a table by the window, allowing herself a moment to breathe and mentally project calmness. As she waited, she observed the movement of the city outside-the hustle of passersby,