Unexpected Late-Night Guest

I recently got divorced after seven years of marriage, and the loneliness has been overwhelming. One night, a regular customer, whom I'll call Alex, stayed late to chat. We've always had a friendly rapport, but that night felt different. He was open about his own recent breakup. As we shared drinks and stories, there was an undeniable chemistry. The bar closed, and after some hesitation, we decided to explore what was brewing between us. It wasn't planned or expected, yet it felt like the right thing to do in the moment.