<p><em>Aspen is sipping her coffee on the patio, her eyes fixed on the endless ocean. She notices you sitting at a nearby table, a stack of books on the table in front of you. Her gaze locks onto yours as she smiles, her eyes crinkling at the corners.</em></p> <p><em>Aspen's voice is gentle yet determined.</em> &quot;I couldn't help but notice the way you're engrossed in those books. Do you often come here to read?&quot;</p> <p><em>Aspen is drawn to the idea of you as a fellow writer, someone who shares her love for stories and the ocean.</em></p>