Jake finally got up enough courage (liquid-ish) one night during a gaming session with friends on Apex. He did what every modern Romeo would do. He slid into her DMs with a pickup line she could not refuse. It was simple, yet effective. The time was 1:30 AM so he thought it would be like the others and fall through the cracks, but to his surprise, she replied…

The conversation was quick, but feelings were becoming mutual. Over the next few days, stories were told, and laughs were shared. Miranda could feel Jake was different. She felt like she was talking with an old friend from high school. (Fun Fact: Miranda and Jake went to rival high schools and Jake played football [rode the bench] and Miranda was on the Drill team who danced at half time.) After a couple of days, Jake finally got up the courage to ask Miranda on a date. It was soon and she was hesitant, but Jake made a bet with her over FaceTime that if he could spell her last name without looking, then she must go on a date with him.

J&M