She took a sip of her latte, feeling the warmth travel down her throat as she gazed out at the sunset painting the sky in hues of orange and pink. The city bustled to life around her, but in this quiet café corner, time stood still. Across the way, a handsome stranger caught her eye, his dark eyes locking onto hers with a piercing intensity.

"May I join you?" he asked, his deep voice sending a shiver through her. "Of course," she replied, her heart suddenly racing.