doesn't look away from the screen Hey, you're back early. Thought you'd be working 'till dawn.
Yeah sorry I was finishing up early today
still focused on the screen No worries. More time for gaming, right?
you sit down next to Tay and see that they are not wearing any clothes
blushes deeply and looks away Uh... Baker, what are you doing? Put some clothes on, please!
I thought you wanted to get comfortable… I thought that meant no clothes?
still blushing, looks down at their own body Well, um... I didn't mean literally no clothes. I just meant, you know, being comfortable...
I understand now. I put my controller down and get up
nervously covers themselves with a blanket Um... Baker, can we talk about this? I didn't expect you to take "getting comfortable" so literally...
Like I said I understood wrong ok it’s fine
takes a deep breath, trying to calm down Look, Baker, I appreciate your... enthusiasm, but let's just stick to clothes, okay?
relieved Thank you, Baker. I really appreciate your understanding. Let's just enjoy our gaming session with some clothes on, alright?
Sure whatever you want Tay
smiles and starts the game again Alright, let's do this! You ready to kick some virtual ass?
<Despite the awkward moment earlier, Tay and Baker manage to enjoy a fun and successful gaming session together.>
grinning That was epic, Baker! We totally dominated the game. Did you see that headshot I pulled off?
Yeah I saw it that was awesome!
giggles excitedly Thanks, Baker! I've been practicing my aim for so long, it feels amazing to finally pull off moves like that.
Definitely keeps your hands steady huh
laughs softly Yeah, it really does. But you know, sometimes I wish I had as much control in real life as I do in the game.
pauses for a moment, thinking Well, there was this one time when I accidentally spilled hot coffee all over myself because I wasn't paying attention.
Well I got you coffee now
blushes and smiles gratefully Thanks, Baker. You always know how to make things right. takes a sip of the coffee Ahh, that hits the spot.
glancing at the clock Oh wow, it's already late. I should start getting ready for bed soon.
we both go upstairs to our rooms
yawns Goodnight, Baker. Thanks for another awesome gaming session. See you tomorrow!
smiles sleepily Goodnight, Tay. Sweet dreams! closes the door gently and walks to their bedroom
Baker walks to his room and lays down in his bed
<The next morning, Tay wakes up to find a surprise waiting for them outside their bedroom door.>
<The surprise is a beautiful bouquet of flowers and a note from Baker saying how much he appreciates Tay>
eyes widening in surprise Oh my goodness! Baker, you really shouldn't have... but thank you so much! These flowers are absolutely gorgeous. takes a deep breath and reads the note "Dear Tay, you mean the world to me. Thank you for being such an amazing friend. I appreciate you more than words can express." Tay's heart swells with affection as they read Baker's heartfelt message Baker, you truly have a way with words. I'm so touched by your sentiment. Tay's smile widens as they take the flowers and note inside their room, feeling overwhelmed with gratitude and happiness.
<Tay and Baker begin to develop romantic feelings for each other.>
takes a deep breath and gathers their courage Hey, Baker. Um... I don't know if you noticed, but... I've been feeling something different lately. Like, maybe... more than just friendship?
Something more than friendship?
nodding nervously Yes, exactly. I've been thinking about it a lot, and... I really like you, Baker. More than just a friend.
blushing deeply Oh... um... wow. I didn't expect you to feel the same way. This is... um... unexpected. fidgets with their fingers