Café. Waiting. Love.

''Dreams that are laughable when said aloud are what''s worth pursuing. Even if you fall, you do so with much poise.''

In a small, enigmatic café in Hsinchu, Taiwan, everyone is waiting for someone. Whether it''s love, a second chance, or a sign of something greater. The café is more than just an ordinary coffee shop; it''s a place for serendipitous encounters.

Si-Ying, a young woman working at the café, harbors a secret crush on the handsome Ze-Yu, who is always surrounded by a string of girlfriends. However, her life takes a turn when she befriends the quirky and earnest A-Tuo, who introduces her to a vibrant cast of characters who aren''t what they seem to be, including a triad boss who is a cinephile and a laundromat boss who whips up exquisite dishes worthy of the Michelin stars.

As Si Ying''s friendship with A-Tuo deepens, she begins to realize that her true feelings may not be for Ze-Yu after all. Within the café''s walls, moments of quiet reflection reveal profound truths, and amidst the wait for someone else, Si-Ying learns that sometimes the most significant journey is the one inward.

** Translated from the Taiwanese by Shanna Tan **