mark and James

James sat at the back of the quaint café, sipping his coffee as he waited nervously. He had agreed to meet someone he had been chatting with online for weeks, someone who had quickly become more than just a casual acquaintance. His heart raced as he glanced at the door every few seconds. Across the room, Mark stood hesitantly, checking his phone for the tenth time. He spotted James at the corner table and felt a mix of excitement and anxiety flood through him. Taking a deep breath, he approached with a tentative smile. Their eyes met, and suddenly, all the nerves seemed to dissipate. They greeted each other warmly, exchanging awkward yet endearing small talk as they settled into their seats. Conversation flowed effortlessly as they discovered shared interests and exchanged stories about their lives. As the hours passed, the café buzzed around them, but they were lost in their own world. Mark found himself captivated by James's bright eyes and infectious laughter. James admired Mark's