Back at the café, Lena and Jason sat across from each other,surrounded by the rich aroma of coffee and the gentle hum of conversation. Lena felt a mixture of nostalgia and nervousness as she smiled at him, recalling their history and the significance of their friendship.
“Thanks for meeting me, Lena,” Jason said, leaning forward on the table, his eyes earnest. “I know it’s been a while since we really had a chance to talk.”
“Of course,” she replied, trying to keep the atmosphere light. “It’s good to catch up. How have you been?”
“Busy,” he replied. “But in a good way. I’ve been working on some personal projects. And honestly, I’ve missed our coffee dates. I miss what we had.”
Lena felt a flush of warmth at his words, both comforting and confusing. “I’ve missed that too,” she admitted s
