The Backburner
In the heart of a bustling city, where neon lights flickered and the sounds of life echoed through the streets, there lived a young woman named Mia. She was vibrant, with a spirit that danced like the city itself, and eyes that held a hint of longing beneath their sparkle. Mia was a dreamer, lost in the melodies of love songs and the poetry of unspoken desires. She worked in a cozy cafe, where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingled with the soft strumming of a guitar in the background. Every morning, as the sun painted the city in hues of gold, Mia would see him walk by. His name was Lucas, a mysterious figure with an easy smile and eyes that seemed to hold a universe of secrets. He was the kind of man who drew attention effortlessly, turning heads with a casual charm that left hearts fluttering in his wake. From the moment Mia laid eyes on Lucas, she knew. She knew that he was the one who would set her heart ablaze, the one she would long for in the quiet moments of the nigh...