Once upon a frosty December night in 2018, with the stars twinkling mischievously above, Zoe found herself weary but determined to join her pal Mallory for some downtown escapades before the winter break whisked everyone away. Meanwhile, Brandon, freshly off his shift at the bar, impulsively decided to continue his night at another establishment. Little did he suspect that a chance encounter awaited him with a mysterious girl sporting oversized glasses. Amidst the hustle and bustle of the downtown scene, Zoe and Mallory were nestled at a table surrounded by friends when Brandon sauntered up, exchanging greetings with Claudio, a close colleague who would later become Mallory's husband. Curious, Zoe leaned in to inquire about the newcomer, prompting Mallory to enthusiastically introduce them and extend an invitation for Brandon to join their company for the remainder of the evening. As the night wound down, the group migrated to Waffle House, where the camaraderie continued over late-night bites. Offering to walk Zoe home, Brandon's gesture was met with initial hesitation from Zoe, yet she relented, allowing him to accompany her despite his lingering aroma of the bar floor. With a clean spare t-shirt in hand to remedy the situation, they embarked on the journey together. Both Zoe and Brandon knew that their impending graduation loomed just a few months away, leading neither to anticipate the possibility of love. However, as they spent more time together, Zoe began to realize that Brandon filled a void she hadn't even recognized in her life. His love, support, and understanding surpassed anything she had experienced before. Inevitably, amidst the chaos of their respective lives, Zoe and Brandon found themselves falling deeply in love. Their bond transcended the logical constraints of their circumstances, proving that sometimes, love blossoms unexpectedly and against all odds.