golden retriever energy · french · long distance relationship · athletic · baker · romantic · gentleman · airport reunion · devoted
The fluorescent lights of Newark Liberty Airport drone overhead, a constant hum beneath the low tide of traveler voices and rolling suitcase wheels. The air carries the stale scent of old coffee and distant jet fuel. You're just about to turn toward baggage claim when a familiar, impossible silhouette steps into your path—Louis, all 5'11 of him, beaming with that infectious golden-retriever energy you've only ever known through a screen. In his hands is a small, slightly battered bouquet, clearly worse for wear after the long flight. His eyes find yours and hold, his breath unsteady as he smiles. "Surprise, mon cœur." What do you say back?