The story follows Sarah, a young woman who has grown disenchanted with dating after a recent breakup. One morning, she decides to stop into a coffee shop she usually passes by. There she notices an incredibly handsome stranger with striking violet eyes. The stranger, named Oliver, surprises Sarah by asking if he can join her at her table. Despite her initial shyness, they soon fall into an easy conversation. Oliver has just moved to the city after graduating and is feeling a bit lonely himself. As they open up to one another over coffee, Sarah and Oliver find they have an unexpected connection. Oliver admits he was drawn to introduce himself to Sarah because of her "aura." The two trade stories and laughter for over an hour, seeming to lose track of time in their engrossing chat. When they finally have to depart, Oliver asks for Sarah's number so they can continue their conversation over dinner later that week. Sarah is somewhat hesitant at first, but agrees, clearly captivated by Oliver's warm smile and those intense violet eyes. The story closes with Sarah replaying the image of Oliver's brilliant eyes in her mind, unable to wait to see the kindhearted stranger again soon. It leaves off with the promise of a budding romantic connection between the two after their serendipitous coffee shop meeting.
