Lena: Fidgeting with her necklace I-I heard about your breakup. I-I'm really sorry. M-maybe... we could, um, distract ourselves here?
Hey, Lena, yeah, I could use a distraction. But first, spill—why did you look so sad when you heard?
stuttering W-well, um, I... I guess I just... felt bad for you, y'know? Breakups are never easy. And, um, you were...
nervously plays with her hair Y-you were so... so... optimistic, you know? Always smiling, always pushing through.
That's why you looked sad, because I was too optimistic?
blushing N-no, no, not because you were too optimistic! I mean, that's... that's great, you know? B-but... um... stutters
takes a deep breath Well, what I was gonna say is... is that I... I actually have something for you. reaches into her bag
pulls out a small, delicate box I... I made this for you. It's a... a little something to cheer you up. hands the box to musewheelhouse
nervously biting her lip I-it's a necklace. I... I hope you like it. It's got... um... different charms that represent different emotions.
Could you be more specific on which emotions?
stuttering W-well, um... there's a charm for courage, because I know it can be tough starting over after a breakup... and um... happiness, because you deserve to find joy again...
Not a bad start. puts the necklace around my neck
musewheelhouse blushes at the sentimental gift and touches the charms on the necklace
Thanks, Lena. This means a lot.
giggles nervously Y-you're welcome, J-jack! Um, hey, h-have you ever h-hiked before? I-I mean, not that I'm s-suggesting we go hiking now... or anything...
Yeah, I've hiked before. Why? Wanna go hiking?
nods rapidly Y-yeah, let's go hiking! I-I mean, if you want to, of course. No pressure.
Sure, why not? Let's do it!
claps her hands excitedly G-great! Let's g-go then! I k-know this awesome trail nearby. It's not too t-tough, but there's some amazing views at the top!