Chapter: The Train Ride
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The soft hum of the train filled the compartment as Adam and Ani boarded, their footsteps blending with the faint clatter of wheels on steel tracks.
The morning sunlight streamed through the windows, casting a warm glow on the seats. The compartment was moderately crowded, but Adam found an empty two-seater near the window and gestured for Ani to sit.
They slid into their seats, sitting close enough that their shoulders almost touched.
The atmosphere between them was a mix of excitement and nervousness, a palpable energy that neither could ignore.
Adam noticed that Ani's hand was still in his, her grip gentle but firm. He glanced at her from the corner of his eye, wondering if she realized they hadn't let go since leaving the station.