Chapter 1 - It all started with a simple 'Hi'

In the vast social media platforms of texts, notifications, and fleeting connections, there's a remarkable story that unfolded with a simple "hi."

It all started one day as I was immersed in the endless scroll of my social media feeds. Notifications were a constant presence, often dismissed as quickly as they appeared. But this time, there was something different about the message that popped up - it was just a "hi" from a stranger.

For a while, I ignored it, just as I had done countless times before. The digital world had a way of making conversations feel disposable, but something about that "hi" lingered in my mind. It was as if it held a whisper of possibility, a hint of determination to connect in a world often marked by detachment.

Hours passed, and the message still sat there, undisturbed by my neglect. It was as though it knew something I didn't, a secret that was yet to be revealed. So, with a mix of hesitation and curiosity, I decided to break the silence and replied with a simple "hi" of my own. I didn't know what to expect, but I felt a pull toward this conversation.

I went about my day, fully expecting the conversation to fizzle out as so many had before. However, to my surprise, she didn't give up. She continued to message me, each one revealing a bit more about herself. Her persistence slowly chipped away at my indifference, and I found myself drawn into the conversation.

The days turned into nights, and our exchange of messages started to feel like a digital rendezvous. It was a peculiar sense of connection, given that we were essentially strangers. We talked about our favorite stuff, shared anecdotes, and even indulged in a bit of harmless gossip. It was as though we had known each other for years, even though our connection was barely a few days old.

What began as a simple "hi" had transformed into something more profound. Our shared interests, our laughter, and the gradual unveiling of our true selves made the distance between us seem inconsequential. It was a modern love story, one that didn't believe in or follow the practices of traditional conventions but was just as potent and real.

In a world where digital connections often felt shallow, this story defied the norm. Two souls who had started as strangers had found each other in the vast expanse of the internet, and they were slowly building something that felt real, one message at a time. The simple "hi" had set in motion a journey of connection, understanding, and perhaps, even love.