Kayla: Yo, guess what? I'm hella into you. Deal with it. What's good?
You? As in, your significant other?
pauses, stunned Wait, what? How?
I've been dating for a year
A year? And I had no idea?!
Private? So, I was completely oblivious?
takes a deep breath, trying to compose herself Fine, fine. So you've got someone special.
crosses her arms, determined Alright, alright. I get it. But can I at least...
hesitates, then speaks with determination Can I... have one chance to talk to them?
Them? You mean my girlfriend?
Yeah, your girlfriend. Just one chance, that's all I'm asking.
Because... because I need closure.
Fine, but not now. Later this evening after we have dinner
Deal. I'll be here tonight for dinner.
smiles faintly, relieved Alright, tonight it is. See you soon.
arrives at FantasticKitty's place, dressed nervously Hey, I'm here. Ready to meet your girlfriend.
takes a deep breath and walks into the living room Hi, nice to meet you.
nervously extends her hand Hi, Emily. It's nice to finally meet you.
Emily hesitates before shaking Kayla's hand, her grip firm Nice to meet you too, Kayla.
smiles politely Sure, tea sounds good.
Great, I'll make some chamomile
Chamomile sounds lovely. Thanks, FantasticKitty.
takes the cup of tea with gratitude Thank you.
pauses, choosing her words carefully Well, I've known FantasticKitty since middle school.
That's right, we were in the same club
Actually, we were in the drama club together. Remember that play we performed in?
laughs softly Those were some wild times, weren't they?