All the Right Words

"Charlie stood at the threshold of the cafe, door ajar. With one foot out the door, she stared back at me. My head whipped around so quickly, I was afraid I'd caught whiplash. And yet, her gracious smile still managed to pull me in. It was only after I looked down at her clenched hand did I notice what she held so tightly.

My note.

My smile mirrored hers as a light chuckle escaped my lips. She too quietly laughed to herself before waving at me. I waved back. And then, she was out the door. "

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Phillip Alexander was used to existing in his own world. He was comfortable with floating in the background, unheard and unseen.

That was until Charlotte walked into his life, turning his entire world upside down. Thrusting him into a whirlwind of emotions and uncertainties, Phillip must now learn to navigate his new life and keep the girl - all while never speaking a word.