Noah's POV -
As we exited the restaurant, a thick silence settled between us, wrapping us in an awkward cocoon. It was so palpable that even the distant honking of cars seemed muffled. But then, like a pressure valve releasing, Alison's eyes locked with mine, and suddenly, laughter erupted from deep within us. It bubbled up uncontrollably, bursting forth in raucous waves that reverberated through the quiet street. We must have looked like a pair of lunatics, cackling with abandon while passersby shot us bewildered glances, wondering if they had stumbled upon a spontaneous street performance.
"Hahahaha, it was so freaking hilarious," Alison managed to choke out between giggles, her shoulders shaking with mirth as we ambled along, oblivious to the incredulous stares of onlookers.
"Hahaha,
