BRUNCH AND BANTER.

MAYA.

As I took a deep breath, the intoxicating aroma of freshly baked bread mingled with the rich scent of my favorite pesto, enveloping me in a warm, comforting hug. The cozy café, with its rustic charm and lively atmosphere, felt like a haven, shielding me from the world outside. Across from me, my two best friends, Eric and Sasha, were a whirlwind of laughter and energy, their banter cutting through the midday chatter like a ray of sunshine. Eric's eyes sparkled with mischief as he teased Sasha about breaking up with the guy she'd sworn was the love of her life just a month ago.