Mina plans to meet Nia at the theater before work, while the message board shows new times. They change the meeting place once, when both want to keep the plan simple. On the way, Mina reviews a short list and breathes slowly.
At the theater, the road is blocked by work. People look around and ask questions. Mina suggests moving near a sign before the announcements are easier to hear. Nia arrives with two bottles of water, and they decide to wait for five minutes.
They talk about visiting a small cafe in the evening. "If the line is still slow, we can go later," Nia says. "Good idea. We do not need to rush," Mina answers. They watch the crowd and listen for updates.
After a short time, a volunteer prints a paper ticket. The queue begins to move, and people relax. Mina and Nia continue with a clearer plan: one stop, then coffee, then home. The delay becomes a small lesson about time and patience.
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