As they sipped their coffee, Lisa Ann and Alex talked about everything and nothing. They laughed, joked, and shared stories. Lisa Ann felt alive, like she'd been sleepwalking through life until now.
As they chatted, Lisa Ann learned that Alex was a writer, working on his first novel. He was kind, witty, and shared her love of literature. Before she knew it, they'd been talking for over an hour.
"I'm so glad we became neighbors," she said.
As the night drew to a close, Alex walked Lisa Ann back to her apartment. They stood outside her door, lingering.
One evening, as they were walking back to their apartments, Alex turned to her and asked, "Would you like to grab coffee with me sometime?"
Alex smiled back, taking her hand in his.