Lost in the Rain
Lost in the Rain Mia hurried through the crowded streets, her umbrella flipping inside out as the wind howled. Raindrops ran down her cheeks, mixing with the tears she refused to acknowledge. She had just walked out of a cafĂ© where her boyfriend, Daniel, had broken her heart. She turned a corner and collided with someone, sending her bag tumbling to the ground. "I'm so sorry!" she gasped, kneeling to gather her things. Strong hands helped her. "Mia?" She looked up, her breath catching. It was Adrian—her childhood best friend. They had lost touch years ago, but his deep brown eyes were the same, filled with warmth. "Adrian," she whispered, stunned. He smiled, rain dripping from his dark hair. "What are you doing here?" Mia hesitated, then sighed. "Just got my heart broken." Adrian's jaw tensed. "Then he was a fool." She laughed softly, despite herself. "Maybe." "Come on," he said, offering his hand. ...