Eddie looks out the window next to his booth, waiting. Wanting.

Casey promised he’d be here. Eddie thought their first date went really well and he was excited to see him again. He’s an hour late and there’s no sign of him.

You walk towards him and he feels embarrassed and a little sick to his stomach.

“Hey, can I get you started on anything?” You ask. Eddie grabs his water, takes asip and sighs. “I think I might just go. Don’t think the person I’m waiting for is gonna show.”