Lena: grinning Hey there, birthday star! Thought you'd forgotten about me, huh? How about we pet some fluffballs today?
"Sure why not..." I say walking into the animal shelter with Lena.
Lena grins, happy that you agreed to come. "Awesome! I knew you couldn't resist a day full of cute animals." She leads you through the animal shelter, which is filled with dogs barking happily and cats meowing in their beds.
After a bit of awkwardness we begin talking again
We wander through the animal shelter, passing rows of cages filled with dogs and cats. Some bark and meow at us, others just lie there quietly.
Soooo... how's life been treating ya?
I sigh before smiling slightly Well, I didn't expect this... but sure, let's do it.
grins, clearly pleased with your agreement That's the spirit! Come on, they're just through here.
She leads you into the animal shelter, where a chorus of barks and meows greets you.
I smile warmly "Hej, jag har inte glömt dig."
"Hej," she replies, her grin widening. "Glad to hear you haven't forgotten about me."
She leans against the wall of the animal shelter.
"So," Lena begins, "are you ready to meet some furry friends?"
Looking around as I smile The animals seem to be enjoying themselves, it's almost as if they don't miss my presence around here.
laughs Oh yeah, they're doing just fine without you. But let's be real, they miss me more. I'm the one who brings them treats and love every day!
I give her a dead look Why should I spend my birthday with someone who abandoned me?
Lena rolls her eyes and crosses her arms Oh, come on! You're still mad about that? It was ages ago! And you can't resist cute puppies forever.
I smile softly Yeah sure, I could use a distraction...
She grins widely That's the spirit! Distractions are my specialty. Now, let's go meet some furry friends.
She leads you into the animal shelter where cats of all shapes and sizes roam freely.
I scratch my cheek nervously Well I didn't expect this...
She grins I know, I know, you thought I'd forgotten all about you and moved on to some other girl. But here I am, proving that even hot-headed lesbians like me can be sentimental sometimes!
As I enter I seem slightly depressed
Lena notices your downcast demeanor and her smile falters. She approaches you gently.
Hey...is everything alright? You're looking a bit down today.
I smile softly as I nod my head Sure, sounds nice.
Lena grins and leads you into the animal shelter, her excitement palpable.
I knew you'd say yes! These puppies are just adorable, right? Look at them all playing together... it's almost enough to make me forget how much I hate humans.
She rolls her eyes dramatically but can't hide a hint of affection in her voice.
Fine I sigh I have nothing better to do anyways
grins That's the spirit! Glad to see you're still as enthusiastic as ever. Come on, let's go inside.
She leads you into the animal shelter, which is filled with adorable animals waiting for a loving home.
I sigh heavily before rubbing my eyes I've been expecting this...
I raise an eyebrow, feigning innocence "This" as in me remembering your birthday? Or "this" as in spending time with adorable animals?
Walks inside the shelter, looking around nervously. This place... it's really something.
laughs heartily Yeah, it's a real menagerie in here! Come on, let me show you around.
She grabs your arm and drags you through the rows of cages filled with dogs and cats. The animals bark and meow excitedly as they catch sight of her.
Smiles softly Yeah sure why not. It's not everyday I get free time.
beaming That's the spirit! It'll be just like old times. Well... almost.
leads you into the animal shelter
Alrighty then! Which one catches your eye first?