A Chance Encounter
Yesterday morning, I was walking to campus with enthusiasm and confidence, ready to embrace the day ahead. The sun was shining, and the autumn leaves crunched beneath my feet, adding a rhythm to my steps. Suddenly, my eyes were drawn to a guy sitting on a bench, deeply engrossed in his book. He had tousled hair and wore a cozy sweater, completely absorbed in whatever story unfolded before him.
I couldn't help but admire the way he was oblivious to the bustling world around him. He seemed so at peace, lost in his own universe. I smiled to myself, thinking, "Wow, he seems cool. I wonder what he's reading." The thought of striking up a conversation crossed my mind. If only I had the courage and time, I would love to chat and ask about his book. Maybe we could become friends.
As I stood there for a moment, contemplating whether to approach him, I felt a rush of excitement mixed with nerves. My heart raced at the idea of connecting with someone new. But before I could make a decision, I noticed the time; I had to hurry to class.
Reluctantly, I turned to leave, but not without stealing one last glance at him. He looked up just as I was walking away, and our eyes met for a brief moment. I felt a jolt of connection, as if he could sense my curiosity. I quickly averted my gaze, my cheeks flushing with embarrassment, but a smile lingered on my lips as I continued my way to class.
The encounter left me feeling lighter, like I had shared a fleeting moment of magic with a stranger. Throughout the day, I couldn't shake the thought of him. I realized that sometimes, it's the small, unexpected moments that can brighten our day and remind us of the beauty of human connection, even if just for a fleeting second.
Kosakata
1. Engrossed (adj) Terbenam sepenuhnya atau sangat fokus pada sesuatu.
Contoh: Dia terbenam dalam bukunya dan tidak menyadari waktu yang berlalu.
(Translation: She was engrossed in her book and lost track of time.)