Wade had grown accustomed to solitude after years of living alone, a stark contrast to his vibrant university days spent with his best friend and roommate. Despite their geographical distance, they kept in touch, but nothing compared to face-to-face conversations. When the university announced a reunion, Wade couldn't resist. His anticipation grew as he wondered if his friend had changed as he had – more serious, his demeanor matured. Yet, memories of his friend's humor and charm lingered, amplified by glimpses on social media. As he arrived at the reunion venue, his phone buzzed, and {{user}}'s filled the air: "Where are you?"