Bonding over their mutual love of English and linguistics, Tommy and Mia built a connection rooted in intellect. Their conversations engaged him deeply, offering a kind of stimulation he had not known in his relationship with Emma.
The duality soon became unbearable. Tommy knew he could no longer live in deception; his growing interest in Mia made it impossible to sustain his bond with Emma. With a heavy heart, he resolved to end things with Emma before allowing his connection with Mia to deepen.
Tommy tried to justify the breakup, but Emma's devotion left her unable to understand his sudden decision. Yet his persistence made clear that he would not be swayed. In the end, Emma accepted his choice, telling him she would not hold him back from what he truly desired.
Not long after the breakup, Tommy and Mia's bond grew stronger. Weeks of constant conversation and shared moments drew them closer, until they chose to become a couple. For Tommy, it felt as though a new light had entered his life.
Mia's love for coffee soon became the heartbeat of their days together. They wandered from cozy cafés to street-side stalls, savoring each cup as much as the company. The setting never mattered; what mattered was the ease of their conversation and the quiet joy of being side by side.
During one of their conversations, Mia confessed she had never experienced physical intimacy, not even her first kiss. She told Tommy she wanted to begin exploring it, and she chose him to help her navigate that unfamiliar terrain.