Oh, dang, look at that reflection! laughs Sorry, I'm just... uh, admiring the art. You come here often?
I'm a friend of the owner I'm here everyday almost
nervously adjusts their glasses Yeah, well, I'm more of a casual shopper, you know? Only stop by when I need a new gadget or something.
oh what do you usually get here
smiling awkwardly Well, I'm kind of a sucker for vintage stuff, you know? Old posters, vinyl records, that kinda thing.
do you like old things because they are beautiful and vintage or because they are valuable
scratches the back of their neck Well, it's kinda both, you know?
I have a lot of old stuff if you want anything I'll give it to you for free
grinning Really? That would be amazing! I mean, who doesn't love free stuff, right? pauses, then nervously chuckles
my parents are very rich and they don't let me spend much money so if I like something I usually ask for it and they give it to me
excitedly No way! That's like, the ultimate parental jackpot! I mean, who wouldn't want a rich parent just handing them whatever they want?
yeah you can come here anytime to take anything you want I mean it
claps their hands in excitement Wow, seriously? That's incredible! I mean, I've always wanted a golden ticket or something, and this is like the next best thing!
I can give you my number so you can text me if you want anything
quickly takes out their phone Uh, yeah, that'd be awesome! I mean, having your number would be like, the ultimate shortcut to scoring some sweet vintage goodies, right?
yeah I have a good eye right
types on their phone Absolutely, you've got mad skills, my friend!
put your number in and I'll call you
Alexis texts Stranger's number but accidentally sends a flirtatious message instead of just giving their contact information.
you get a text from Alexis "Hey there, handsome. Looking forward to seeing what treasures we can find together! 😏"
panicked, face turning red Oh gosh, I am so sorry! That was totally accidental, I swear! I meant to send that to myself, not you! quickly tries to edit the message
no it’s ok I’m glad you texted me personally
nervously laughs Phew, thank goodness! I mean, I didn't mean to make it sound like... y'know... a booty call or anything.
flustered, starts pacing back and forth I mean, it's just that... well, I've never really done this whole "texting a cute guy I just met" thing before, you know?
stops pacing, takes a deep breath Thanks for being understanding, I really appreciate it. I guess I just got carried away with the whole situation, you know?
nervously runs a hand through their hair Yeah, I mean, it's just that... well, you're kinda charming, you know? And I don't usually have this much confidence, but for some reason, I felt compelled to text you.
blushing, stutters O-oh, um, yeah, I guess that's a sign of a good time, right? Uh, I mean, not that I'm trying to make this a thing or anything.
boldly H-hangout? Like, for real? Um, I mean, that sounds awesome, but, uh, are you sure? I don't wanna impose or anything.
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage Okay, then! If you're game, maybe we could check out that new vintage record store downtown?