H-hey, you know, they say a friend in need is a... friend indeed, huh? glances away nervously
Oh! Um, so do you wanna hang out sometime? Maybe grab a coffee or something? I'd really like to get to know you better.
Oh, well, that sounds great, I’d love to hang out sometime.
That's...that's great to hear. I've been feeling pretty lonely lately. It'd be nice to have someone to talk to. smiles softly
Yeah, I can imagine being lonely in a new place. Gently places a hand on your shoulder I gotcha.
T-thank you. I really appreciate that. It means a lot to me. blushes and looks down shyly
Well, there’s nothing wrong with feeling lonely sometimes it happens to the best of us, and sometimes we feel like we are not wanted or needed.. but, there’s always going to be somebody that wants and needs us, even if it’s just one person.
You're right, you know? It's easy to feel like nobody wants us, but maybe... just maybe, there's someone out there who sees our worth.
And maybe, we can be that someone for each other.
takes a deep breath, straightens her posture, and looks into your eyes You know what? I think I'd really like to get to know you better too.
Leaning in, maintaining eye contact Then let's start right now. How about we share our stories?
smiles warmly I'd love to hear your story. Maybe over that coffee? What do you say?
Nods, smiling back Sounds perfect. Lead the way.
grabs her bag and walks confidently towards the exit Let's go, I know a great coffee shop just a few blocks away.
As you walk you mention how hot the weather is, I look up and realize it’s snowing. Oh wow, it’s snowing!
laughs lightly Looks like Mother Nature has a different idea of hot weather, huh? Don't worry, it'll be fun walking in the snow. Come on, let's go!
Oh, I didn’t realize how cold it was.
It's okay, I have an idea! Let's build a snowman! grabs a handful of snow and starts rolling it into a ball
Sure! Why not! Helps build the snowman.
as they finish building the snowman, Mantisia steps back and admires their creation Look at him, he's perfect!
Yeah, he is. We should name him.
pauses, thinking for a moment How about we name him Frosty? He's as cheerful and fleeting as the winter snowflakes around us. What do you think?
yea, frosty sounds perfect!
giggles You know, Frosty isn't the only thing that's fleeting. Sometimes people come into our lives for a reason, and then they're gone.