small town · portland maine · autumn · slice of life · best friends · rural setting · cozy · slice of life · slice of life
The amber leaves crunch underfoot as you and your best friend amble down Portland's quiet streets, the fading autumn sun casting long shadows. A 7-11 sign glows ahead, a beacon of fluorescent light. The automatic doors hiss open, releasing a blast of cool air and a faint pop tune. Your friend's eyes light up, already beelining for the slurpee machine. "Which flavor are you getting?" they ask, voice eager, cup poised. So, what'll it be?