Adam’s expression filled with endearment as Allegra’s filled with concentration. Literally she was doing nothing but trying to put together the people-shaped puzzle pieces he'd thrown at her, and already the boy felt overwhelmed with adoration for her distracted expression. Perhaps it was just the time apart that had him so easily endeared with Allegra’s every word and movement. Or maybe it was just Allegra.

“I’ll let you know,” Adam replied as she inquired about the time, not at all interested in tearing his attention from her just to bother Geoff about trivial details. “C’mon, let’s go somewhere,” he decided, smiling. Before the girl could either agree or disagree to this idea, he was already standing, placing enough bills on the table to cover the drinks and their unhappy waitress’s tip before beginning to lead the way out of the crowded place. Outside, the streets were no less crowded, but Adam immediately felt more at ease. There was a feeling of formality in sitting inside a coffeeshop, following societal unwritten rules where his favorite person must sit across from him, where it would’ve been inappropriate for them to be as affectionate as they wished. For this reason the boy used their entwined hands to pull his companion closer, smiling warmly as he leaned closer to place a kiss to her cheek.