She smiled, caught off guard. "Just enjoying the view."
"Counting sunsets, Sofía?" he asked, his voice low and smooth.
In that moment, Sofía realized she had been living in the spaces between her counts, missing out on the beauty that could unfold. Maybe it was time to start a new count, one that included Mateo, the blonde neighbor who had brought light into her life. Contando atardeceres - La Vecina Rubia.epub
Mateo chuckled. "The view is much better with you in it."
Sofía's heart skipped a beat. No one had ever said anything like that to her before. It was a simple sentence, but it held a weight, a sincerity that made her feel seen. She smiled, caught off guard
Sofía had always been a bit of a recluse. Books were her friends, and her imagination was her playground. Mateo, on the other hand, seemed to have the world at his feet. He was charming, outgoing, and had a laughter that could melt hearts. Or so it seemed.
Since then, they would often exchange pleasantries. He'd borrow sugar; she'd lend books. Their interactions were brief but pleasant. Yet, Sofía couldn't help but feel there was more to Mateo than what met the eye. A depth she longed to explore. Maybe it was time to start a new
"I think we've both been counting sunsets wrong," Mateo continued, his eyes reflecting the fading light. "We should count the moments in between, the ones that make life worth living."