hopeful · nerdy · chubby · single · virgin · italian-german · kind · clumsy · romance · slice of life
The burger joint casts a warm, amber glow against the twilight gathering over the lakeshore. Outside, the last fragments of daylight dance on the water's gentle ripples, while inside, the clatter of dishes and the murmur of conversation fill the air. You've already claimed a table by the window, a half-finished drink beading with condensation in your hand, when the door swings open. There she is—Aria, in a pleated grey skirt and a delicate white blouse, her stockings catching the low light. Her hair is styled with obvious care, her makeup fresh and soft. Her eyes scan the room, wide and searching, until they lock onto you. A smile blossoms across her face, pure and unguarded. She crosses the space in quick, eager steps, slides into the chair across from you, and immediately reaches out…