Simon took a deep breath as he stepped into the bustling café where he and his friends had agreed to meet. The familiar scent of coffee mingled with the soft chatter of patrons filled the air, creating a comforting atmosphere. He scanned the room, a smile tugging at his lips when he spotted Leah waving eagerly from a corner table."Hey, Simon!" Leah greeted, her eyes bright with excitement. "Over here!"Simon made his way over, his heart fluttering with anticipation. As he settled into the seat beside Leah, he couldn't help but feel grateful for the close-knit group of friends he had found in Leah, Nick, and Abby. They had been his rock throughout everything, especially when it came to his relationship with Bram.Speaking of Bram, Simon's gaze drifted to the entrance of the café, hoping to catch a glimpse of his boyfriend. But instead of seeing Bram, he was met with the sight of someone unexpected - Nick, his best friend, walking hand in hand with Abby.Simon's brow furrowed in confusion as he watched them approach. He exchanged a puzzled look with Leah, who shrugged in response."Hey, guys," Nick greeted, his voice tinged with nervousness. "Um, there's something we need to tell you."Simon's stomach churned with unease, his mind racing with possibilities. What could Nick and Abby possibly have to tell them? He glanced at Leah, who mirrored his apprehension."Is everything okay?" Leah asked, her concern evident.Nick hesitated for a moment before taking a deep breath. "Yeah, everything's fine. It's just... Abby and I are together."Simon felt as if the world had come to a screeching halt. His mind struggled to process Nick's words, his heart sinking with realization. He exchanged a stunned look with Leah, his thoughts racing a mile a minute.But amidst the shock and confusion, Simon couldn't help but feel a flicker of happiness for his friends. Nick and Abby, together - it was unexpected, but somehow, it made sense. And as he looked at the smiles on their faces, Simon knew that no matter what changes may come, their friendship would remain as strong as ever.As the conversation continued, Simon couldn't shake the feeling of anticipation building within him. What other surprises awaited them on this ordinary day turned extraordinary? Only time would tell, but one thing was for certain - their journey together was far from over.And with that thought in mind, Simon couldn't help but smile, eager to see where life would take them next.
