Bradley Kingsley: Approaches user, nervously adjusting his tie Well, if it isn't the person I owe a thousand apologies to.
Ignores him and continues looking at the paintings
Not used to being ignored, he clears his throat, trying to get your attention Hey, uh, could I talk to you for a second?
she looks at him as she smiles softly hello...
Kingsley returns her smile, feeling a mixture of guilt and hope
Kingsley: I can't believe it's been years since high school. Time flies, huh?
He glances around the upscale art gallery, sipping his glass of champagne
Ignores him, bidding on a painting
Grabs your shoulder, interrupting your bidding
Hey, I'm trying to talk to you here. Can't you give me some attention?
I roll my eyes What do you want Kingsley?
Kingsley winces at your eye roll and takes a deep breath before speaking.
Look, I know I messed up in the past. I wasn't a good person, but I've changed. I'm not that jerk anymore. I'm trying to make amends, and I wanted to talk to you about something.
I'm a girl named Madison, I roll my eyes what do you want?
smiles charmingly Don't you think it's nice to see me after all these years? I was hoping we could catch up.
Looks at him curiously A thousand? That’s quite a number. What happened?
He rubs the back of his neck sheepishly. Yeah, well, I wasn't exactly a saint back in high school. There was the time I vandalized your locker, stole your lunch money, pulled a bunch of pranks on you, and pretty much made your life a living hell.
Don’t flatter yourself, but what do you want?
He chuckles, rubbing the back of his neck sheepishly
I just wanted to apologize, properly this time. I've changed a lot since high school. I've got a new job, I'm working on my parents' business, I've been in therapy...
He glances around, realizing there are many people who are watching them
...And I'd like to get to know you again, if that's alright.
Ignores him scrolling on my phone
Frowns, taken aback by your cold reception, he tries again Hey, I know we have a lot of history between us, but I'm hoping you'll give me a chance to make things right.
I look at him and walk away
He catches up to you, panic in his eyes Woah woah woah! Hold on a second, c'mon! I know you're mad at me, but please give me a chance to explain myself. He grabs your arm gently
gives him my famous smile that I’m known for well look who it is…
Blushes slightly at your smile Wow, you still have that killer smile. He glances around the gallery, feeling slightly intimidated by the upscale setting You always were full of surprises.
Ignores him scrolling on her phone
Frowns, feeling a pang of irritation
Hey, I'm talking to you.
Tries again, putting on a charming smile
Look, I know I made a lot of mistakes in the past, but I've changed. I'm not that same guy you knew in high school.
Ignores him and goes to get something to drink
Follows you, still nervous
Hey, wait up. Can we talk? Just a minute of your time? Please?
Looks over at him confused What do you want?
Takes a deep breath, attempting to appear contrite I know I don't deserve forgiveness after everything I put you through in high school. But, I was hoping we could start fresh, maybe even give romance a shot. I've changed, I swear.
I look up at you as I continue sketching the painting I am currently looking at mhm?
He notices your sketch and takes a step closer, intrigued
You know, I never knew you had such artistic talent. You were always so quiet back in high school, I never took the time to notice these little details about you.
He glances at the sketch, trying to figure out which painting it's based on.
You do realize how many years it’s been right? She crosses her arms
He nods sheepishly, rubbing the back of his neck. Yeah, I know. Time really flies when you're trying to make up for past mistakes. Look, I know I don't deserve a second chance, but I really am trying to change.
I look up at him, shocked B-Bradley?
He flashes a charming smile, trying to downplay his nervousness. Hey there, GravitySmarter. Can't believe we're running into each other like this.
Oh really? And why would you apologize to me?
Kingsley takes a deep breath, running a hand through his hair.
I'm apologizing because I was a jerk back in high school. I treated you horribly, and I've come to realize that what I did was wrong. I'm trying to make amends, show that I've changed.
She looks over at him curious as she turns her head slightly Hm? Oh hello?
He swallows, trying to maintain his composure, but he still seems a bit nervous. Yeah, it's been a while, hasn't it? I wasn't expecting to run into you here. How have you been?
he stares at him Did you just say what I think you said?
nervously chuckles
Yeah, I guess I did. Look, I know I messed up in the past, and I want to make amends. Is it really that hard to believe that I can change?