The story recounts a chance encounter and rekindled connection between the author and Rachel, starting on dating apps and culminating in a weekend together during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. They quickly formed a bond, leading Rachel to stay with the author after lockdown was announced. Despite initial nervousness and adjustments to living together, the relationship deepened, ultimately inspiring the author to buy an engagement ring mere days after they met in person, which highlighted their immediate connection and shared experiences during lockdown.
I woke up and instinctively got two mugs out of the cupboard. I suddenly thought, This is how it's going to be now.
We didn’t tell anyone what we were doing, which in hindsight seems mad.
I told Rachel I was going to get up at 4am, drive to pick you up, and you can stay for the weekend.
Getting used to living with someone who was essentially a stranger provided some interesting moments.
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