Amelia's heart thudded in her chest as she stepped into the warmly lit restaurant, the soft hum of conversation and clinking of glasses filling the space. She scanned the tables, her gaze settling on Liam, who was seated in a cozy corner booth. The moment he looked up and spotted her, his face broke into a warm, genuine smile, and Amelia felt her initial nerves ease. She took a deep breath, feeling both excitement and trepidation, but as she approached, Liam’s reassuring smile made her feel like she was right where she was meant to be.
"Hey," he greeted, rising from his seat with a gentle charm that melted any lingering tension.
“Hi,” she responded, her voice a bit softer than she intended, but it didn’t seem to matter. His eyes held hers for just a moment longer than usual, and she felt
