Maya was nervous. She had been on dates before, but this felt different. It felt more serious, more significant. She glanced at herself in the mirror one last time, smoothing down the soft fabric of her dress. Her phone buzzed with a message from Steven.
Ready to go?
She took a deep breath, grabbed her purse, and headed out of their apartment. Steven was waiting by the door, looking effortlessly handsome in his casual jeans and shirt. He smiled when he saw her, and her heart skipped a beat.
"You look beautiful," he said, holding out his hand.
"Thanks," Maya replied, feeling a blush creep up her cheeks. "You don't look too bad yourself."
They decided to spend the day exploring the city together, away from the prying eyes of their colleagues. They started with brunch at a cozy little café downtown. The aroma of fresh coffee and baked goods greeted them as they walked in.
