Lourdes I patiently waited for Darren in the hospital lobby, my heart pounding with anticipation. When he finally arrived, I couldn't help but smile at the sight of him. He was even more handsome than I had remembered. "Good morning, Darren," I greeted him with a warm and inviting smile. "Did you receive my message last night?" Darren seemed taken aback by my presence and my question. He stuttered, trying to find the right words. "Uh, yes, I did. I... I wasn't expecting..." I continued to smile, sensing his discomfort, and decided to put him at ease. "I apologize if it was too forward of me to message you. I just thought it would be nice to chat." Darren's expression softened, and he let out a nervous chuckle. "No, it's not a problem at all. I appreciate the message." We engaged in a

