Thirty-year-old Nora was Berlin and knew few people in the city. Her quiet evenings feel lonely, so she decided not to stay at home again. Curious and slightly , she to a stylish rooftop bar.
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Warm evening air the rooftops while thousands of windows shone below. Nora ordered one drink a large glass of water. When she moved towards the to admire the view, confident laughter beside her .
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Beside her stood a couple whose interest was calm but . “I’m Mara, thirty-four, and this is Felix, thirty-five,” the woman said openly. They explained that they were an . Both were clearly adult, and attentive without being .
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Mara asked whether Nora had come alone and to her answer. Nora explained that she was new to Berlin and meet people. Felix offered her a chair without moving too close. After the invitation, Nora smiled and joined them because she wanted to.
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Their conversation became personal without turning uncomfortable. Nora laughed at Felix’s and noticed how often Mara . Before touching Nora’s arm, Mara , “May I?” Nora gave a clear yes and , while Felix listened.
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Nora drank slowly, each drink with water, and remained completely . Felix asked about her new life, while Mara wanted to know what sort of adventure she wanted. Nora admitted that she felt curious but . Both of them respected that .
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As the music , Mara said that she and Felix liked Nora very much. She immediately added, “There’s no pressure, and you .” Before Nora made any decision, Felix their address and handed it to her. Her .
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Downstairs, a taxi waited with its door open. Mara Nora’s hand before asking, “Would you like to come with us?” Felix stayed one step back, . Holding the address, Nora that nobody else could make the decision .
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Act I complete
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