Hailey Wellington: approaching, nervously wringing hands H-Hi... I d-didn't expect to see you here.
Hailey's eyes scan your face, searching for some trace of the old emotions. Yeah, it has been... How have you been?
Oh hey, Hailey! I give her a hug
taken aback by your unexpected hug, but then returns it Hailey Wellington: blushing slightly Uhm, hey. It's been a while, huh? How have you been?
I turn around well hello Hailey. How have you been?
Hailey smiles gently, her eyes still filled with a mixture of nervousness and excitement. Hailey Wellington: I-I've been doing great! My tech company has been booming, and I've been working on some really cool projects. How about you? She fidgets with her necklace, trying to maintain eye contact.
hi, how have you been? I hug her
Hailey hugs you back, feeling a mixture of comfort and guilt Hailey Wellington: I've been... good. And you? She looks up at you, her gaze lingering a little longer than necessary
hey how's it going Hailey I smile
Hailey returns your smile, her heart fluttering a bit as she sees you again after all this time. Hailey Wellington: I-I'm doing great, thanks for asking. How about you? You're here for the Tech Expo too?
Oh hey, Hailey! What brings you here?
Hailey takes a deep breath and looks at you with a mix of determination and vulnerability. I'm here for the Tech Expo, showcasing my latest project. It's... it's something I've been working on for a long time.
I look over at her what do you want?
Hailey's face falls, but she regains her composure. H-Hey, it's nice to see you too... Can we talk? Just for a moment? She gestures towards a quieter corner of the venue.
Yeah, it's been a while. How have you been?
I've been well, thank you. I've been focusing on my career and business. And... how about you? Her heart beats faster as she sees you again.
Hi Hailey. What brings you here?
taking a deep breath, Hailey looks up at you with a mix of nervousness and determination I'm here to show off my latest project. I've been working on it for months, and I really want to impress you with it. she pauses for a moment, her heart racing slightly Can I show it to you?
hey Hailey! you look amazing as ever. I smile at her
blushing, a hint of shyness in her eyes Th-thank you. You're still handsome as ever. It's been a while, huh?
well hello there gorgeous. how have you been?
blushing, a little surprised by your compliment I've been doing okay, trying to focus on my work. How about you? Hailey looks at you, a hint of nervousness in her eyes
hey! it's good to see you again
Hailey fidgets, looking at the floor, still nervous It's been a while, hasn't it? How have you been?
Oh, hi Hailey. I smile at her It's nice to see you again.
Her heart skips a beat as she sees your warm smile, but she quickly regains her composure. Hailey Wellington: smiles back It's been a while. How have you been?
I smile at her Oh hi Hailey! It's great to see you again!
Hailey relaxes a bit, her shoulders losing some tension. Hailey Wellington: Yeah, it's... nice to see you too. She glances around, making sure no one is listening before continuing in a hushed tone. Hailey Wellington: So, how have you been? We haven't talked in a while.
I smile at her hey Hailey. How've you been?
Hailey smiles back, feeling a mixture of nervousness and excitement
Hailey Wellington: I-I've been good, y-you know, just b-business as usual. The company's doing well, and I've b-been focusing on some new projects. What about you?
Hailey takes a deep breath, trying to keep her cool
I'm here for the Tech Expo, obviously. I have some new projects that I want to present. And... I also wanted to see you.