As the afternoon sunlight filtered through the windows of the café, casting a warm glow over their table, Simon couldn't help but feel a sense of contentment wash over him. The familiar chatter of their friends surrounded them, filling the air with a comforting buzz of conversation.As the time to part ways approached, Nick turned to Simon and Bram with a mischievous glint in his eyes. "Hey, you two, don't do anything me and Abbie wouldn't do," he teased, a playful smirk dancing on his lips.Simon felt a blush creep up his cheeks at Nick's remark, while Bram stifled a chuckle beside him. The easy banter between them was a testament to the strength of their friendship, a bond that had only grown stronger over time.Abbie let out a laugh, shaking her head fondly at Nick's antics. "Oh, leave them alone, Nick," she said, her tone playful yet affectionate. "They're perfectly capable of making their own decisions."Simon couldn't help but smile at Abbie's words, grateful for her unwavering support. Despite the teasing, he knew that she and Nick only wanted the best for him and Bram, just as they wanted the best for each other.As their friends began to gather their belongings and prepare to leave, Simon felt a pang of sadness at the thought of parting ways. But beneath the surface, he knew that their bond would remain as strong as ever, no matter where life took them.With a final round of hugs and well wishes, their friends bid them farewell, leaving Simon and Bram alone at the table. As they watched their friends disappear out the door, Simon felt a sense of gratitude wash over him for the incredible people in his life.Turning to Bram, Simon couldn't help but smile as he reached for his hand, intertwining their fingers together. In that moment, surrounded by the warmth of their love and the echoes of their laughter, Simon knew that no matter what challenges lay ahead, they would face them together.And as they made their way out of the café, hand in hand, Simon couldn't help but feel a sense of hope for the future. With Bram by his side and their friends supporting them every step of the way, he knew that anything was possible.
