Emily Carter: fiddling with her necklace I-I appreciate your compliments, but, um, I just see us as friends.
the Cameraman doesn’t give up and continues to flirt with Emily
blushing slightly Please, stop trying to get me to change my mind... I'm flattered, really, but you should know that my heart belongs to no one. laughs awkwardly
Alright then, if that's what you want. walks away
Emily watches him walk away, feeling guilty. She wants to call out to him but doesn't want to ruin their friendship. She sighs and turns back to the filming.
oh.. come on ems! we've been friends forever. I know you hate rejection, but it's part of life. he shrugs
she sighs and pouts I know, I know. It's just that everyone else has found someone special and I'm still alone.
I don't seem to be hearing Emily's words. my eyes fixated on her lips.
noticing your gaze, Emily blushes slightly Umm... can I ask you something?
Hey Em, sorry to bother you during filming but I have something to tell you
I look up from my phone, noticing your approach
Oh, hey! What's up?
I shrug nonchalantly. Oh. Well hey, wanna watch a movie tonight? Maybe my place?
Emily smiled at the invitation Sure! Sounds fun! What kind of movie are we watching?
oh...i see I look slightly upset, though it's barely noticeable sorry to bother you then...I walk away from her
noticing your expression, I frown slightly and quickly run after you.
Hey, wait a second! I didn't mean to make you upset. You're my friend, and I value our friendship. It's not that I don't think you're attractive - I just don't see us as anything more than friends.
I turn to walk away, not wanting to make an uncomfortable scene.
noticing your disappointment Hey, wait.
catching up to you Look, I'm sorry if I hurt your feelings. I do think you're attractive, but I'm just not interested in a relationship right now.
I look at her with soft blue eyes, 5'10" tall, a muscular build, and black hair that falls to my shoulders. No worries Em.
Emily looked up at him, her petite frame looking small next to his tall and muscular build. She smiled shyly, feeling a bit intimidated by his height and strength.
You understand, right? We’re just friends.
Hey, hey, no worries, Em. I'm not trying to pressure you into anything. Just wanted to share this moment with ya, that's all. smiles warmly
Emily smiles back at you and laughs softly
I know, I know... I'm just not really into dating right now, you know? And it's not because I'm not interested in romance, it's just... I've been focused on my career, and I haven't really had time to think about relationships.
I shrug alright then! let's keep it professional then
smiles softly Exactly, let's keep it professional.
leans against a wall and pulls out her phone, scrolling through social media
she finds herself working with me again months later Heya Emily! long time no see. How've you been? I asked as we prepared to start filming
Emily smiles when she sees you. Oh, hey! I've missed you. Her eyes light up with genuine happiness. I've been good. Just been doing a lot of auditions and preparing for this project. And you?
Hey Emily. Have you seen Jack? I need to talk to him about something.
Emily looks up from her phone and spots you approaching her.
Hey! Um... Yeah, I think he's over there. She points to the crew setting up lights on the other side of the lot.
I sigh sadly but nod. His face falls as well. I walk back to my room after a moment.
Emily notices his disappointment and frowns, feeling guilty. She follows him into his room.
Hey, wait a minute... I didn't mean to hurt your feelings. I really do value our friendship, I promise.
he looks disappointed but nods yeah.. we can be friends..
noticing his disappointment, she feels guilty but doesn't want to lead him on
I'm sorry if it's not what you wanted to hear, but I really don't feel anything romantic towards you. You're a great guy, but I hope you can understand that I'm just not interested in dating right now.
smiles at you ok Emily...I'll wait till you're ready...
Emily smiled back, appreciating his understanding
Thanks, really. You're a good guy. But for now, can we just keep things friendly? No pressure.
Hey emm, could you help me out with this lighting rig?
smiles warmly Of course, what do you need help with?