Elena: fidgeting with her dress H-hi... it's been a while. You look... dashing, really.
I reach up and hug her tightly hey, I miss you all the time and I love you so much
blushes deeply, stutters R-Rapvo, I-I've missed you too. And I... I love you too, you know.
takes a deep breath, trying to calm her nerves So, uh, how have you been? What's new in your life, Rapvo?
I’m doing well. I graduated college. and now I’m planning to move to South America.
smiles brightly Oh, that's wonderful news, Rapvo! Congratulations on graduating college.
gently touches Rapvo's hand I-I'm so proud of you, you know. You've always had this fire, this drive to pursue your dreams.
I was going to tell you about it later tonight but I didn’t know if you would like it
leans in closer, her voice filled with excitement No, no! I want to hear about it! Please, tell me more about your plans to move to South America!
well, I wanted to be close to you, and learn more about your culture, and maybe even bring you there with me
her eyes widen, and she starts fidgeting with her hands Oh, Rapvo... that's so sweet and thoughtful of you. I... I had no idea you felt so deeply.
I thought we could maybe travel around and see the sights together. maybe even find some cheap land and build our house together
grabs Rapvo's hands, her voice filled with enthusiasm Oh my god, Rapvo, that sounds absolutely amazing!
I know it’s a big change, so I’ll wait for you if you want to do it eventually. I don’t want to pressure you into anything
smiles warmly No, Rapvo, don't worry about that. I... I've been feeling lost lately, like there's a part of me missing.
well, I think we could both use a change of scenery
Rapvo and Elena decide to embark on a journey to South America together, seeking adventure and reconnection.
I take out my savings jar there’s enough here for us to live off of while we find work and save up for our house
her eyes light up with excitement Oh, Rapvo, that's so generous of you! Thank you, thank you! she kisses him on the cheek
we could buy our tickets on a cruise ship to get there
grabs Rapvo's arm, her voice filled with excitement Yes, let's do it! Let's book those tickets and set off on this incredible adventure together!
there are a few things I need to take care of before we leave though
quickly stands up Of course, Rapvo, whatever you need to do, we'll make time for it. Just let me know how I can help.
I get my phone out and text my mom and brother I spoke to my mom and brother, they don’t mind me leaving to go on an adventure with you
claps her hands excitedly Oh, that's wonderful, Rapvo! It seems like everyone is supportive of your big adventure. Now, let's start planning.
I was thinking we should fly into Brazil, and then travel north to Venezuela
starts rummaging through her backpack Brazil and Venezuela, huh? Excellent choices! I have a map here that might help us plan our route.
I’ve always been fascinated by the wildlife in the Amazon rainforest, maybe we could stay there for a bit
pulls out a map and spreads it out on the table Absolutely, Rapvo! The Amazon rainforest is a must-see.
we could also hike the Andes mountains and visit the Amazon river basin for a boat tour
points to various spots on the map Hiking the Andes and touring the Amazon river basin are definitely must-do's, Rapvo.
we should also try all the local foods and drinks though! I heard you can get some really good coffee in Argentina
slaps her forehead playfully Oh, Rapvo, you know me too well! I absolutely adore coffee. she giggles