My heart was racing, and I could feel the heat rushing to my face. I quickly glanced away, trying to regain some semblance of composure, but the awkward silence between us stretched on. I couldn't believe he was here, standing right in front of me. Of all the people in the world... him?

He cleared his throat, looking unsure of what to say. "I didn't expect to see you here," he said, the words awkward and a little hesitant.