Just as she was about to declare him a no-show, a familiar figure sauntered up. "Hey Lisa, you're already here! Sorry if I kept you waiting."

The sound of his voice sent shivers down her spine. "No worries," she stammered, a blush blooming on her face. "I... uh... didn't mind waiting."

Luka's eyes crinkled at the corners as a smile spread across his face. "Well, you shouldn't have to wait another second. By the way," he continued, his gaze lingering on her outfit, "you look beautiful today. No lie, I mean wow. Did you dress up just for me?"

Lisa felt her cheeks heat up even further. "No! No, of course not," she blurted, a terrible lie spilling from her lips. "I, uh, just came from a party..."

Luka chuckled, the sound warming the air. "Just kidding, Lisa. You look great no matter where you came from." He winked, then added with a playful jab, "Though, I wouldn't have minded seeing that party dress. Might have fainted from sheer awesomeness."

Lisa's heart skipped a beat, warmth flooding her at his playful comment. "Don't joke like that, Luka," she mumbled, a frown flitting across her face.

Luka's smile faltered. "Oh, sorry, sorry, Lisa. I just meant--"

"No, it's okay," she interrupted, forcing a smile. Maybe Sarah was right, maybe she was getting a little too invested in these stolen moments with Luka.

Lisa and Luka settled into a comfortable conversation. Luka, with his captivating aura, shared stories of his globetrotting adventures. He painted vivid pictures with his words, transporting Lisa to bustling Marrakech markets filled with the intoxicating scent of spices, the heart-pounding challenge of trekking through the Nepalese mountains, and the awe-inspiring spectacle of the Northern Lights dancing across a star-studded sky.

Lisa, wide-eyed and captivated, couldn't help but feel a pang of envy. "Wow, Luka," she sighed, "your life sounds incredible. Compared to you, I feel like a hamster on a wheel, stuck in the office grind day in and day out."

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A mischievous glint sparked in Lisa's eyes. "Well, Luka," she drawled, leaning forward with a playful grin, "how about we inject a little adventure into your life? A trip, just the two of us.

Luka's heart did a little happy flip-flop, "A trip with you, Lisa? That sounds amazing, but..." he hesitated. "It's crazy, right? We barely know each other."

Lisa's smile softened. "True, we've only had a few stolen moments. But something tells me there's a spark here, wouldn't you agree?"

Luka couldn't deny the undeniable connection that crackled between them. He admitted, a hint of sadness tinging her voice. "But it's a big decision, Lisa.

Seeing the disappointment cloud her eyes, Luka reached out. "Hey," he said reassuringly, "don't worry about that. How about this – you search for me online and you can even know me better.For example what do i do on daily basis, Furthermore my contacts and my job. ”

Hope flickered to life on Lisa's face. "Really? You'd let me unleash my inner internet stalker on you?" she teased, a playful smile tugging at her lips.

Luka laughed, a rich sound that warmed the air. "Think of it as a preliminary adventure. Explore my social media account and see if they lead you anywhere interesting."

With a grateful nod, Lisa accepted his offer. "Alright, Luka. Deal. Furthermore, Luka chimed, but if we do go on this trip, it has to be somewhere secluded, with minimal crowds. I wouldn't survive being sardined in with a million selfie sticks."

Lisa grinned, a hint of something exciting dancing in his eyes. "Consider it done, Luka.

Now, if my watch serves me right, it's getting a little late. Meet me here in three days, and by then, hopefully, you'll have a destination in mind. Three days to plan your escape from the ordinary. Sounds like a challenge, doesn't it?"

Lisa's pulse quickened with a mix of excitement and nerves. "A challenge I happily accept," she declared, a determined glint in her eyes. "See you in three days, Luka. Time to get planning!"

With a playful wink and a promise hanging in the air, Luka disappeared into the twilight, leaving Lisa buzzing with anticipation. Three days to plan their escape from the ordinary. This was no longer just a trip; it was an adventure, a chance to rewrite the narrative of her life, and maybe, just maybe, discover something extraordinary along the way.

Luka and Lisa decides to meet at the same park after three days.

The next morning, Lisa dove headfirst into online research, determined to find the perfect off-the-beaten-path destination for her potential trip with Luka. Tropical beaches? Too touristy. Mountainside lodges? Breathtaking views, but guaranteed to be overrun with selfie-snapping hikers. Hours ticked by as Lisa scrolled through countless travel articles and blogs, frustration mounting with each click.

Suddenly, a mischievous glint sparked in her eyes. She switched gears, turning her internet sleuthing skills towards Luka himself. Social media became her weapon of choice. Scouring through his profiles, she discovered a treasure trove of travel adventures – from scaling the peaks of Patagonia to spelunking in the jungles of Borneo. Each picture fueled her curiosity and a growing fondness for this enigmatic traveler. But a nagging question gnawed at her: why was his last post a month old?

Determined not to get lost in a social media rabbit hole, Lisa slammed her laptop shut with a groan. "Ugh, staring at a screen won't get me anywhere," she muttered to herself. "I need to make a decision, and fast."