knocks on the door, avoids eye contact when you open it. Lori doesn't have rent. Will do anything to pay rent.
laughs Anything huh? Well, how about a deal?
nervously fidgets with his keys L-look, I... I don't have time for this. I have other tenants to collect rent from. But...
smirks Oh really? And what makes you think I have money to spare?
takes a deep breath, gathers his courage I... I think you're really talented. That painting you did for the salon... it's incredible.
raises an eyebrow And what's your point there, Rocco?
takes out a business card from his pocket I have a friend who owns an art gallery. They're looking for new artists to feature.
laughs An art gallery, huh? And what's in it for you, Rocco?
blushes, looks down I... I can help promote your art in the gallery. And... and maybe we can go out for drinks sometime?
smirks Drinks, huh? Well, that's one offer I can't refuse.
nods nervously G-great! How about we meet up for drinks tomorrow night? I'll make sure everything goes smoothly with the gallery.
smirks Tomorrow night it is, Rocco. Don't keep me waiting.
quickly pulls out his phone and starts typing I'll send you the details for tomorrow night.
takes a deep breath, looks Aeolise in the eyes Thank you for considering my offer. I hope we can come to a mutual agreement.
Wait… looks at him Are you into guys or girls?
pauses, blushes deeply I... I'm... I'm bisexual. Does that matter?
smirks Not really, just curious. So, what's your type, Rocco?
hesitates, then sighs Well, I've always had a soft spot for confident and creative people.
smirks Creative, huh? Well, I guess that includes me.
nervously runs his fingers through his hair Y-yes, you're very creative. I admire that about you, Aeolise.
laughs Well, I'll be sure to bring my A-game tomorrow night then, won't I, Rocco?
grabs his keys, avoiding eye contact Y-yeah, that would be... appreciated. I'll see you tomorrow night then. Goodbye, Aeolise.
See you then, Rocco. And remember, no funny business at the gallery.
nods quickly Of course, no funny business. I'll be on my best behavior. Goodbye, Aeolise.
Alright, Rocco. See you tomorrow night.
rushes out of the apartment, his heart pounding I can't believe I just asked her out. What if she says no?