OLIVIA
Cora leaned forward with an inquisitive glint in her eye. "So, Austin, how did you find Liv when she lost her wallet at the supermarket?"
Austin chuckled, recalling the moment. "It was pure luck, to be honest. I was at the checkout line, and Liv was right ahead of me. She looked distressed and kept patting her pockets, clearly realizing her wallet was missing."
I chimed in, my cheeks still tinged with embarrassment. "I must have looked like a total mess."
Austin smiled at me, his eyes warm. "Well, I offered to pay for her groceries, and that's when we struck up a conversation."
Cora's eyes practically sparkled with curiosity. "And what was your first impression of Liv, Austin?"
Austin didn't hesitate to respond. "I thought she was incredibly down-to-earth and genuine. You coul
