The next morning, Emily woke up feeling new and refreshed.
She got out of bed, experiencing the best feeling of excitement and anticipation, as the morning sunlight streaming through her window seemed to echo her mood.
As she got ready for her coffee date with Ryan, Emily couldn't help but have a moment of nervousness, her hands trembling slightly as she brushed her hair.
What would they talk about? Would they hit it off?
Emily picked up her phone and checked the screen, making that a habit already.
She had already checked it multiple times that morning, but she couldn't help herself.
As she scrolled through her messages, Emily's heart skipped a beat. There was a new text from Ryan.
"Hey Emily, just wanted to confirm that I'll be picking you up at 10am. Can't wait to see you."
Emily felt a rush of excitement as she read the text, her face beaming with a wide smile causing her to turn red. She couldn't believe that Ryan was actually coming to pick her up.
As Emily read Ryan's text, she started to feel anxious.
What was she getting herself into? What if the date was awkward or uncomfortable?
Emily's mind started to wander to all the worst-case scenarios.
What if Ryan was bored by her? What if they had nothing in common?
She took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down, the sound of her own breathing filling her ears.
She had been looking forward to this date, and she wasn't going to let her nerves ruin it.
Just as Emily was starting to feel a bit more calm, she heard a knock at the door.
She looked at the clock and saw that it was 10am – Ryan was right on time.
Emily's curiosity got the better of her, and she found herself tiptoeing over to the window to sneak a peek at Ryan.
She carefully pulled back the curtain and peeked outside.
Ryan was standing on her porch, looking handsome and relaxed in a pair of dark jeans and a fitted white shirt, the morning light casting a glow on hi face.
He was smiling to himself, and Emily couldn't help but notice how cute he looked.
As she stood there, frozen in admiration, Ryan suddenly looked up and caught her eye.
Emily felt a rush of embarrassment and quickly dropped the curtain, hoping he hadn't seen her spying on him.
Emily took a deep breath and tried to shake off the feeling of embarrassment.
She reminded herself that it was just a casual coffee date, and that Ryan probably hadn't even noticed her spying on him.
With a newfound buildup of confidence, Emily headed downstairs to greet Ryan.
She opened the door to find him standing on her porch, looking even more handsome than she had anticipated.
"Hey," Ryan said, flashing her a charming smile, his eyes shining brighter. "You look beautiful."
Emily felt her heart failing her as she smiled back at him. "Thanks," she said, trying to play it cool. "You don't look so bad yourself."
Emily smiled back at Ryan, feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness. "Shall we get going?" she asked, trying to sound casual.
Ryan nodded, his eyes sparkling with amusement, the corners of his mouth turning upwards as he smiled. "Sounds good to me," he said, stepping aside to let Emily lead the way.
As they walked to the coffee shop, Emily couldn't help but notice the way Ryan's eyes seemed to sparkle in the morning light, the sound of his laughter echoing through the air.
She felt her heartbeat increasing rapidly, and suddenly, she was glad they were getting out of the house.
When they arrived at the coffee shop, Ryan held the door open for Emily, and she felt a sense of gratitude towards him, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee enveloping her.
As they stood in line, waiting to order, Emily couldn't help but steal glances at Ryan, feeling drawn to him in a way she hadn't expected, the sound of his voice sending shivers down her spine.
As they waited in line, Emily turned to Ryan and asked, "So, how's your latest project going? I've been hearing great things."
Ryan's lips curls up. "It's going amazing, thanks for asking. We're just finishing up filming and getting ready to start editing."
Emily could not be less inquisitive. "That sounds so exciting. What's the project about?"
Ryan launched into a passionate explanation of his latest film, and Emily found herself getting swept up in his enthusiasm.
As they ordered their coffee and sat down at a small table, Emily felt like she was getting a glimpse of the real Ryan Thompson – and she was liking what she saw.
As Ryan finished explaining his project, Emily felt a sense of excitement and inspiration.
She had always been passionate about creative endeavors, and hearing Ryan talk about his film sparked something within her.
"I've always been fascinated by the filmmaking process," Emily said, leaning in slightly. "I've dabbled in photography and writing, but I've never had the courage to pursue it as a career."
Ryan's eyes lit up with interest. "That's amazing," he said. "I've always believed that everyone has a creative side. What kind of photography do you enjoy?"
Emily inhales deeply as she began to share her passions with Ryan. As they sipped their coffee and talked, Emily felt like she was connecting with Ryan on a deeper level.
As Emily continued to share her photography experiences with Ryan, she started to feel a twinge of self-consciousness. What if Ryan thought her photos were amateurish? What if he didn't think she was talented?
Emily felt unease, and she started to feel like she was dominating the conversation. She didn't want to come across as too eager or attention-seeking.
"Sorry, I'm talking too much," Emily said, laughing nervously. "Tell me more about your film. What inspired you to create it?"
Ryan smiled graciously, seeming to sense Emily's sudden unease. "No need to apologize," he said. "I'm genuinely interested in hearing about your photography. But if you'd like to hear more about my film, I'd be happy to share."