We said "yes" All that's left is "I DO"

In the busy city of New York, two lives were on a destined course, meant to intertwine in the most unexpected way. John, a seasoned Professional Engineer, had built a reputation in the construction industry for his expertise in Structural Engineering. His knowledge was so esteemed that it led him to be a guiding hand for many aspiring professionals. Among them was Alyssa, freshly graduated from college, was grappling with uncertainty about her future in the industry. It was through mutual connections that John learned of Alyssa’s struggle and without hesitation, agreed to help her by navigating her career path especially, learning they had attended the same college with the same professors and worked at the same company. Their initial conversations were strictly professional, a series of phone calls where John offered advice and guidance. Alyssa, eager to carve out a future for herself, highly valued John’s insights. Yet, despite his best efforts, she found herself still lost in a sea of career options, unsure of which direction to take. One day, after numerous phone calls back and forth between the two, John suggested a face to face meet up to discuss her concerns in greater depth. They agreed to meet at a local bar in Bay Ridge, a quaint spot known for its charm and casual ambiance, the Wicked Monk. Neither of them anticipated the profound impact this meeting would have on their lives. When Alyssa walked into the bar that evening, her heart raced. She was unnervingly aware of how attractive she found John - handsome, confident, and charismatic. Her nerves got the best of her, and she struggled to focus on the career advice she so desperately needed. She was incredibly nervous that she dropped the entirety of her beer all over herself, thinking she’s made a complete fool of herself. For John, the moment he laid eyes on Alyssa, he knew he was in trouble. Her presence was magnetic, and her laughter drew him to a smile every time. John kept wanting to make jokes to see her laugh over and over again. As everything unfolded, the conversation naturally veered away from Engineering. They found themselves deep in discussion about their lives, their dreams, their families, debating about conspiracies (which they both are very interested about). The hours slipped away unnoticed as they shared personal stories and discovered a mutual love for life’s little quirks. It was 4AM before they knew it, both having long forgotten their work obligations the next morning. John, feeling an undeniable connection, asked Alyssa out on a proper date. Without hesitation, Alyssa responded with a bright smile, “Yes, how’s tomorrow?”. Their lives seemed to align effortlessly from that moment on. Despite being at different stages in their lives, they felt a magnetic bond that they couldn’t ignore. They both found themselves spending more time with each other, drawn to the warmth and comfort of each other’s presence. What began as extended visits, soon turned into a more permanent arrangement as Alyssa moved in with John. The transition was seamless. Their laughter, deep conversations, and everyday moments created a foundation of memories that cemented their bond. Alyssa and John discovered that their connection went beyond career advice – it was a profound meeting of finding each other’s hearts and souls. Alyssa and John were eventually together for a couple of weeks before John had decided it was time for his handsome little son to meet his potential future step mother. Alyssa instantly felt the love and connection between both John and his son. Feelings were mutual as John found his son and Alyssa to be inseparable from the first time they laid eyes on each other. John and Alyssa’s journey went from professional acquaintances to soulmates. They realized that their lives had intersected for a reason. With every day that passed, they continued to build not just a career, but a life together, forever grateful for the fate that was bound to happen.