L.A. Dreaming: Destinations and Detours

Chapter 7: Woman

(October 7th, 2025)

Lisa slowly woke up in Brynn's room, taking in the surroundings—soft morning light filtering through the curtains, the familiar scent of Brynn's space, and the gentle rustle of movement.

Brynn entered with a tray of breakfast, her face lighting up as she saw Lisa stirring. "Good morning, sleepyhead," Brynn said cheerfully, setting the tray down on the bedside table.

Lisa blinked groggily, her smile widening. "Morning. You didn't have to make breakfast."

Brynn chuckled as she sat on the edge of the bed. "I wanted to. I thought it'd be a nice way to start our day."

Lisa sat up, stretching and taking in the sight of Brynn. "Well, thank you. This looks amazing."

Brynn beamed, handing Lisa a cup of coffee. "I'm glad you think so. I thought we could just relax today."

Lisa accepted the coffee with a grateful smile, feeling the warmth of the cup and the comforting presence of Brynn beside her. As they enjoyed the breakfast together, the morning felt serene and promising, a stark contrast to the turbulence of the past few weeks.

Lisa sipped her coffee, savoring the rich flavor while Brynn arranged the breakfast items on the tray. The soft hum of conversation and the occasional clink of utensils created a peaceful start to the day.

"So..." Brynn said, glancing at Lisa with a playful smile, "...any big plans for today?"

Lisa shook her head, her eyes meeting Brynn's with a mix of contentment and curiosity. "Not really. I was thinking of just spending time with you, if that's alright."

Brynn's smile grew wider. "I'd love that. I was thinking we could take a walk later or maybe just stay in and watch some movies. What do you prefer?"

Lisa leaned back against the pillows, feeling a sense of relaxation she hadn't experienced in a while. "Both sound great. I'm just happy to be here with you."

Brynn reached out, taking Lisa's hand in hers. "I'm glad you're here too. It's been wonderful having you in my life these past few weeks."

Lisa squeezed Brynn's hand gently. "It's been amazing for me as well."

As they continued their breakfast, their conversation flowed easily, punctuated by laughter and affectionate glances. The atmosphere between them was warm and reassuring, a welcome reprieve from the recent turbulence.

After breakfast, Brynn suggested they take a walk along the beach, and Lisa eagerly agreed. They spent the morning strolling hand-in-hand along the shore, enjoying the simple pleasure of each other's company and the beauty of the ocean.

Wait! Let me back track. It all started just a few weeks ago...

(Flashback)

A few weeks before the current morning, Lisa was at Jimmy's Diner, the same place where she first met Brynn. It was a typical day, and Lisa had just finished up a recording session with her band. She was relaxing in a booth, sipping on coffee, when Brynn walked in, her presence immediately catching Lisa's eye.

Brynn had been a regular at the diner for a while, and that day she seemed particularly radiant. She made her way over to Lisa, a smile lighting up her face as she approached.

"Hey, Lisa," Brynn greeted warmly. "Mind if I join you?"

Lisa looked up, surprised but pleased. "Of course, Brynn. It's nice to see you."

Brynn's energy and genuine curiosity made Lisa feel at ease, and she found herself opening up more than she had expected.

As the weeks went by, Lisa and Brynn spent more time together. They went on dates, enjoyed long conversations, and found comfort in each other's company. Brynn was supportive and understanding, helping Lisa through the emotional turbulence following her recent "breakup" with Valarie.