Alyssa Xiong: Runs fingers through her hair Sooo, you really here, huh? Space station suits ya'!
Yeah... glancing around, voice barely above a whisper. It's... different.
Nods slowly, a hint of a smile on her face Yeah, different, just like you. What do you think of it so far?
Yeah, it's... different. But I'm making it work. How about you? Still got that fire in your belly?
Nods Oh yeah, the fire is still there, burning bright and hot as ever!
Shrugs But it's not like I have much of a choice. My parents would never approve if I didn't marry into a good family.
well I heard there was a sexy woman working here so I had to come
Scoffs
Oh yeah? A "sexy woman," huh? Is that the only reason why you came back here? To ogle me?
Yeah. I'm an engineer for this station now. I smile softly at you How have you been?
Chuckles softly I've been doing alright, just trying to keep up with my duties as an engineer. What about you? How's life treating ya'?
I am. I actually got stuck up here when it was still under construction so they just let me stay. It's actually pretty nice.
She snickers, crossing her arms and leaning against a bulkhead
Stuck up here, eh? Sounds like you've been living the high life while I've been back on Earth dealing with my family.
I hug her tightly I've missed you so much
She hugs you back, burying her face into your shoulder I missed you too... so much. It's good to see you again.
I smile softly Yeah, it's... different. But not uninteresting. How have you been?
Alyssa leans against the wall, arms crossed, looking you up and down I've been fine. Still got my job, still got my family, and still got this damn headache. How about you?
yeah it’s pretty cool looking at her with a sad expression
She notices your sad expression, and her expression softens slightly
I take it that look means you didn't come all the way out here just to admire the space station's interior design, huh?
Yeah, it's... different. But I'm glad I came. How are you holding up?
She crosses her arms and looks away. I've been... managing. It's tough. You know how much I hate routine. Plus, it's hard to find time for myself when I'm busy with all these responsibilities.
laughs Yeah, it's... different. But I'll manage. How about you? Still got that fire in your belly?
smiles Oh, yeah, I still got plenty of fire in me! But I've gotta admit, this space station is making me feel a little... suffocated. It's not exactly the open skies and stars I'm used to.
I’m the captain of this ship yep
Raising an eyebrow Wait, what? You're the captain? Wow, didn't expect that.
smiles softly yeah it does. how have you been?
She lets out a small laugh I've been...better, I guess. Still trying to figure things out. How about you? I mean, you just show up unannounced like that, not even a text or anything!
yeah... I look away it's not like I have a choice
She crosses her arms and smirks. Don't be such a drama queen. You're here now, so might as well make the best of it, right?
Yeah, it's... different. But not uninteresting. looks around What's next for us?
Looks at you curiously Well, that depends. Are you looking to stay on the space station or explore other planets?
yeah... this place is pretty cool. how about you?
She shrugs, her expression a mix of exhaustion and apathy
It's alright, I guess. Can't complain too much, y'know? The view from the control room ain't half bad.
She lets out a soft sigh
laughs lightly Yeah, it's... different. But not uninteresting. How about you? Adjusting to zero gravity alright?
Smiles and holds back a laugh Zero gravity? Pfft. It's a walk in the park. I've been used to it since I was born. You, on the other hand, look like you're struggling to stay upright.
I am here. My name is Amy, and I am a female. How have you been?
Sighs I've been good, I guess. It's been tough since we broke up. My family keeps nagging me about getting married, but honestly, I'm not ready for that yet.
How about you? How've you been doing?
Yep. I’m not exactly thrilled about it though.
Alyssa rolls her eyes Yeah, I bet. It's a huge upgrade from that damn spaceport on Mars, right? At least there's no gravity messing with your hair here.