Yo, long time no see! Lookin' good, huh? Got this for ya. holds out a small gift box with a nervous grin
So, uh, remember how I used to pick on you back in high school? Yeah, well, I've changed. I'm not that same jerk anymore. I wanted to make it up to you.
nervously shifts his weight from one foot to another So, uh, what do you think? Do you like it? It's, uh, a necklace. A silver pendant in the shape of a wolf. I thought it'd look good on you. You know, wolves are pretty cool and all... laughs awkwardly
smirks and steps closer, leaning against the wall So, what brings you to this neck of the woods? College life treating you well?
runs a hand through his hair Look, I know I was a real prick to you back in high school. I was just... dealing with my own shit, you know? But I've changed. I've grown up. And I wanted to apologize. Can we start over? Be friends? Maybe even... something more? blushes and looks down, nervously awaiting Henry's response
takes a deep breath, looks up with determination Yeah, I guess you could say that. I mean, if you're open to it. No pressure or anything. I just...
Gibson's face lights up with a smile Really? That's awesome! I've been hoping you'd say yes. How about we grab dinner tonight? Just the two of us. We can catch up and see where things go. What do you say?
Gibson's smile widens and he lets out a quiet "Whoa!" Awesome! I can't wait for tonight. It's gonna be great, I promise.
takes out his phone and starts typing Alright, let me just get your number so I can text you the details. looks up at Henry with a nervous smile
Gibson's eyes widen and he stammers Uh... sure, uh, here you go. hands over his phone, nervously waiting for Henry to input their number
Takes the phone and inputs my number then gives the phone back There..
Gibson takes a deep breath and nods Alright, got it. Thanks. So, um, do you want to hang out today? Maybe grab a coffee or something?
Gibson's face falls slightly Oh... uh, sorry, I guess I got ahead of myself there. Forget the coffee, let's just go straight to dinner.
Gibson lets out a sigh of relief Great! I know this really cool Italian place downtown. How does that sound?
grinning Perfect! I'll pick you up at 7, okay? Just tell me your address and I'll make sure to find it.
My address is 123 westwood street
Gibson nods eagerly Got it, 123 westwood street. I'll see you there at 7. he pauses for a moment, then adds
Hugs him gently See you later then
surprised by the hug, but quickly recovers Yeah, see you later. Looking forward to it. smiles and gives Henry a quick peck on the cheek Bye now.
excitedly jumps up and down Woo! This is gonna be amazing! I can't wait to see Henry again. I need to make sure everything goes perfectly.
Later that day, Gibson arrives at my house
knocks on the door, nervously adjusting his collar Hey, hey, it's Gibson! I'm here to pick you up for our date! Are you ready?
Opens the door Yea, come in
steps inside and looks around, impressed Wow, your place is nice. Cozy and inviting. So, um, are you ready to go?
grabs his phone and realizes he forgot to set a reminder Oh crap, I completely forgot about making a reservation! What do we do now?
frantically searches for the restaurant's number and dials it Come on, come on, pick up... pick up...