When the Universe Answers

Roman nodded with a smile. "Yeah, most of the time. My cousin drops by and stays for a few days every now and then."

I nodded, cradling my coffee cup. I blew away the floating bits before taking a sip. The aroma was light and pleasant.

With just the two of us alone, the air was thick with tension, almost electric with unspoken feelings.

No matter what we said, nothing could cut through the intimac