(love at first sight) is challenging to write well because it bypasses the earning of the connection. However, it works in fantasy or adventure genres where the external plot is the priority.
"Elena?"
Elena didn't go to the restroom. She walked toward the bar, a detour that took her right past Nate’s table. It was a risky maneuver, a test of her own resolve.
A compelling romantic arc is built on more than just chemistry; it requires a delicate balance of tension and growth.