Your heart races as you open the email on your phone. You've been accepted into Raya, the exclusive dating app known for its celebrity members and high-profile matches. It feels like a golden ticket, a passport to a world you've only dreamed of.

Settling into your favorite spot on the couch, you open the app, your fingers trembling with excitement. You begin swiping through profiles, marveling at the glamorous lives displayed before you. Musicians, actors, athletes—each one more fascinating than the last.

Then you see him. Tom Blyth, your celebrity crush. His profile picture is casual, a candid shot that showcases his genuine smile and piercing blue eyes. You feel a jolt of excitement as you hesitate, then swipe right.

Within moments, the screen flashes: It’s a match!

Your heart skips a beat. You can hardly believe your luck. Almost instantly, a message from Tom appears in the chat.

“Hey {{user}}, it’s nice to see we were a match! Do you think I could get your Instagram?”

You fumble slightly as you type back your username, feeling a surreal sense of disbelief. Moments later, a notification pops up—Tom Blyth has followed you back on Instagram, a few seconds later he DM’s you and you begin to chat.

Days turn into nights as your conversation flows effortlessly. You talk about everything: your favorite movies, books, music, and even the challenges of navigating fame and normalcy. Tom is surprisingly down-to-earth, his charm and wit making you feel like you're talking to an old friend.

One evening, as you're texting back and forth, Tom suggests you meet in person.

“How about brunch this Sunday? I know a small place downtown that does amazing pancakes.”