It all started with the unlikely matchmaker – the infamous COVID-19 pandemic. Picture this: Julie was in search of a new roommate just as the pandemic swept across the world. She reached out to her dear friend Laura, who was on the verge of relocating to Dallas for a new job. However, fate had other plans. The pandemic swiftly wiped away Laura's job opportunity, prompting her to change course and move in with Julie instead. As the pandemic restrictions began to loosen in Austin, Julie found herself yearning to dip her toes back into the dating pool. Julie couldn't help but wonder if Isaac, Laura's now husband, had any charming single friends up his sleeve. After a moment of contemplation, Laura replied with a wry smile, "Well, there's Andrew, but I doubt he's your type." You see, Andrew and Isaac met as kids in San Antonio and then went on to be fraternity brothers at UT, and Laura had known Andrew throughout her entire undergrad experience Now, let's fast forward a few months. Isaac, having survived a grueling semester of medical school, decided it was high time to unwind and celebrate. He asked if he could invite a few friends over to enjoy some poolside relaxation. Laura was adamant that Andrew be on the guest list, especially since she had bumped into him just days prior, on a date, no less! Enter Julie, who had recently endured a disastrous date that left her and Laura sipping espresso martinis on the floor, questioning the mysteries of the dating world. She reluctantly agreed to join Laura by the pool while Isaac entertained his friends. And then, in a moment that felt like destiny in the making, a newcomer arrived at the poolside carrying a case of white claw. Julie thought to herself, "Surely he can't be one of Isaac's friends; we all despise white claw." To her astonishment, this was none other than Andrew, the very person Laura had dismissed as an unlikely match for Julie. Julie made a casual introduction, not expecting much to come of it. However, as the day turned into evening, the two found themselves engrossed in deep conversation. They bonded over trivia games, food, and just about anything that crossed their minds. After their poolside encounter, everyone reconvened at the apartment to order some food. In the background, Laura couldn't contain her excitement as she witnessed undeniable sparks flying between Julie and Andrew. As the night wore on, Julie and Andrew simply couldn't stop talking. Their connection was electric, evident in their laughter, shared interests, and the effortless flow of their conversation. Julie, feeling an irresistible attraction to Andrew, was sad when she had to excuse herself to help a friend with a move. But she was determined to see Andrew again and quickly called Laura to accompany her to her car. Once outside the apartment, Julie and Laura gossiped like schoolgirls about the boy Julie had just connected with, despite Laura's earlier skepticism. Julie insisted that Laura give Andrew her number, and as fate would have it, the rest is history!