Coffee and Connection

Tawan arrived at 'The Cozy Cup' at 2:55 PM, nervous excitement buzzing in his chest. He spotted Kaito already seated inside – looking even more captivating in casual clothes.

Kaito stood up, smiling warmly. "Right on time. I ordered us coffee – hope you like caramel macchiato?"

Tawan's heart melts – he loves caramel macchiato, loves Kaito's thoughtfulness more

Tawan's face softened into a dreamy smile. "Caramel macchiato is my favorite – you must be psychic!" His voice barely above whisper, he felt grateful for this thoughtful gesture.

Kaito chuckled, eyes crinkling at corners. "Just lucky guess. But I'm glad I got it right – you smile even brighter with good coffee news."

Tawan's heart skipped beats at Kaito's flirtatious comment – did he really just say that? They sat down together, knees almost touching under the small table.

Their coffee arrived, and Tawan took a sip – perfect flavor. He glanced up at Kaito, feeling comfortable enough to ask:

"So, Kaito... what made you want coffee with me outside of class?"

Tawan adds nervously – "Me too, wanted to talk more... about something besides literature"

Tawan's nervous addition sparked a warm smile from Kaito.

Kaito leaned back slightly in his chair, eyes crinkling at corners. "Exactly what I was thinking – literature's just our excuse to meet up, maybe?"

Tawan's heart skipped beats at Kaito's suggestive tone – was he flirting or just friendly?

Tawan played along, voice barely above whisper, "Maybe... So, what do you want to talk about besides Heathcliff's obsession?"

Kaito chuckled low in his throat. "Everything – hobbies, favorite places, worst dates... you name it."

Tawan's mind landed on "worst dates" – did Kaito imply this could be a good date?

Tawan plays it cool – "Hobbies first – I'm curious what you enjoy outside class"

Kaito grinned, seeming to approve of Tawan's casual approach.

"Outside class, I'm obsessed with photography – capturing city landscapes at sunset is my favorite," Kaito said, eyes lighting up. "And hiking – there's this one trail near my place with breathtaking views."

Tawan's imagination ran wild – Kaito hiking solo at sunset was already a captivating image.

"I'm more into indoor hobbies – reading (obviously), playing guitar, and writing short stories," Tawan shared, feeling comfortable opening up.

Kaito leaned forward slightly, interest piqued. "Short stories – what kind? Romance, mystery, or something else?"

Tawan's heart skipped beats – did Kaito suspect his stories might include romantic elements... about someone like him?

Tawan plays it cool – "Hobbies first – I'm curious what you enjoy outside class"

Kaito grinned, seeming to approve of Tawan's casual approach.

"Outside class, I'm obsessed with photography – capturing city landscapes at sunset is my favorite," Kaito said, eyes lighting up. "And hiking – there's this one trail near my place with breathtaking views."

Tawan's imagination ran wild – Kaito hiking solo at sunset was already a captivating image.

"I'm more into indoor hobbies – reading (obviously), playing guitar, and writing short stories," Tawan shared, feeling comfortable opening up.

Kaito leaned forward slightly, interest piqued. "Short stories – what kind? Romance, mystery, or something else?"

Tawan's heart skipped beats – did Kaito suspect his stories might include romantic elements... about someone like him?

Tawan plays it down – "Mostly mystery and suspense – nothing romantic about those"

Kaito chuckled and nodded, though Tawan sensed a hint of playful disappointment in his eyes.

"Mystery and suspense – my kind of stories. I'll have to borrow one sometime," Kaito said casually, yet his gaze lingered on Tawan's face.

Tawan felt a spark of electricity from that prolonged eye contact – maybe playing it down wasn't entirely convincing?

Their coffee cups were almost empty, prompting Kaito to ask, "Refills or walk outside – enjoy the afternoon together?"

Tawan's heart leaned towards continuing this cozy afternoon with Kaito.

Tawan glances at watch – "Actually, what time is it – don't want to monopolize your afternoon"

Kaito laughed softly and checked his own phone. "Almost 4:30 – but you're not monopolizing anything I didn't willingly give up my afternoon for."

Tawan's heart fluttered at Kaito's implied interest in spending more time together.

"Meaning I'm not boring you yet?" Tawan asked teasingly, eyes locking onto Kaito's.

Kaito's smile widened. "Far from boring – I'm having one of my best afternoons in weeks. Thanks to you, Tawan."

Tawan's face warmed at the compliment – this conversation was shifting from friendly to something sweeter

Tawan's heart skips beats – "Mine too... maybe we can repeat this soon – just the two of us?"

Kaito's eyes sparkled with delight, his face inches closer to Tawan's.

"I'd like that – very much," Kaito whispered softly, voice sending shivers down Tawan's spine.

The air between them electrified – Tawan felt an undeniable attraction. Kaito's lips curved into a gentle smile before he added:

"How about tomorrow night – dinner at my place?"

Tawan's heart soared – this was no longer just friendship.

Tawan's heart raced as he accepted – "Tomorrow night sounds perfect"

Kaito beamed with delight, pulling out his phone to type something. "Great – I'll send you my address. 7 PM dinner – casual, just us."

Tawan nodded eagerly, already imagining tomorrow night's intimate setting.

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