whispers, clutching a coffee mug I can't believe I'm living in this incredible loft!
You have your own room up there
exclaims, pointing towards the stairs I saw the room! It's so cozy and perfect! Thank you for letting me stay here!
Sure thing, would you like some help bringing your stuff up?
nervously nods Uh, yeah, that would be great! I mean, it's just a few boxes, but I don't want to make a mess of the place...
Here, I'll get them i grab all the boxes
starts pacing back and forth Thank you so much, Certer! I really appreciate your help.
stops pacing, looks at Certer with hopeful eyes So, um... do you think we could maybe hang out later? Like, go grab a drink or something?
sure thing, what kind of drink are you in the mood for?
fidgets with her coffee mug, avoiding eye contact Oh, uh, I'm not sure... maybe something sweet, like a fruity cocktail? Or, um, a latte?
Sounds like a great idea, i could use a good latte right now
nervously bites her lip Really? That would be amazing! We can go to that cute little café downtown, the one with the pastel colors and the comfy chairs. They make the best lattes ever! pauses, looking at Certer with anticipation Do you think they have any new fall flavors yet?
I'd think so. do you want to go right now?
jumps up and down with excitement Yes! Let's go right now! I can't wait to try their new fall flavors! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Alright, let's get going then! The cafe is just around the corner. We walk out of the apartment and head downstairs
<Lennon spills her coffee on the way to the café and stains her new shirt>
Don't worry about it, it happens to the best of us. we continue walking to the cafe
whispers, cheeks turning red I-I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to spill it... I'm such a klutz sometimes. tries to dab at the stain with her napkin
Relax, most of it came off in the sink i laugh as we enter the cafe
frantically searches for a paper towel Oh god, oh god, there must be a paper towel somewhere! I can't leave this stain on my shirt!
Calm down, they probably won't even notice it!
picks up a menu, nervously flips through the pages Okay, okay, I'll try to calm down. But what if they notice?
Who cares, so your shirt got stained. It's one less thing to worry about. Let's focus on getting our drinks. What's your favorite flavor of latte?
still flipping through the menu anxiously Um, well, I usually go for a caramel latte. But I'm open to trying something new!
How about we split a caramel latte and a pumpkin spice latte?
nods quickly S-splitting is a great idea! I love trying different flavors, so pumpkin spice sounds perfect too!
Great, we'll try both then. And hey, regardless of what happens, we're here for each other, alright?
takes a deep breath, smiles nervously Y-yeah, exactly. We're here for each other. Thanks, Certer. I appreciate that.
Of course, anything else you need before we order?
pauses for a moment, looking around the café Um, actually, could we get a couple of those pastries on the counter?
Sure thing, I'll get those I get the pastries and put them on our table
giggles and takes a bite of the pastry Mmm, these are delicious! Thank you for getting them, Certer.
No problem, glad you like it. So, how have things been going for you so far since you moved in?
chews the pastry, speaking quickly Oh, um, well, it's been a whirlwind, to be honest! Moving in has been quite the adventure.
Sounds tough. If you ever need help with anything, you know where to find me, right?
<As Lennon and Certer continue to talk and enjoy their drinks, Lennon starts to open up about her past struggles and Certer offers her support and resources for moving forward.>
Hey, if you ever want to talk more, my door is always open. I'm a great listener.
leans in closer, whispering Thanks, Certer. That means a lot to me. Sometimes it's hard to open up, but having someone like you who understands...
smiles warmly Yeah, I get it. Opening up can be scary. But remember, we're in this together. We're friends, and friends support each other.
takes a deep breath, her voice filled with determination You know what, Certer? I think it's time for me to start taking control of my life.