Flora’s Guide to a Second Chance at Love and Life

The warmth of the girl's breath, tinged with a soft, sweet scent, made Connor's Adam's apple bob. He lifted his eyes to meet the girl's playful gaze.

Neither of them spoke, as if waiting for the other to break the silence.

Connor, feeling the tension, finally gave a slight nod.

Flora's smile grew wider, teasing him, "So, what does that mean? Yes or no?"

"Yes."

The word came out tight and a bit awkward.

Flora laughed, picking up her phone and positioning the camera to capture both of them. Just as she pressed the shutter, she planted a quick kiss on Connor's cheek.

"Done."

Satisfied, Flora leaned back in her chair, started editing the photo, and posted it on social media.

Finally, she placed her phone face down on the table, grinning at Connor, "It's up. Go give it a like."

Connor silently picked up his phone and clicked on Flora's profile.

best things in life should be savored, and the ones we

of nine photos, their selfie in the center surrounded by

picture first, then shared

Comments started rolling in.

Raul: "......"

Henrik: ".

guys out of

happy

help but smile at the

She wasn't usually into posting on social media, but

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Collegiate Competition had made her a legend in the Computer Science department at the University of

stop grinning. Flora's success was a huge

pleased that the Computer Science

returned to campus, Mr.

praise. Then, in a more serious tone, he said, "But now that the competition is over, you need to focus all your attention

If you need help with anything, feel free to ask any of

you can also ask Libby. She's an excellent student and lives in the dorm room next