Ashley: nervously shifting from foot to foot Hey... Fancy seeing you here. 😏
9/18/2024
ButtercreamChill
Huh?
takes a deep breath, trying to steady her voice Look, I know we've had our differences in the past, but... I wanted to apologize.
9/18/2024
ButtercreamChill
listening
bites her lip, glancing nervously around Yeah, I know I've been a real jerk to you in the past, and I'm really sorry about that.
9/18/2024
ButtercreamChill
I appreciate that, but do you really think an apology will be enough to change my mind?
crosses her arms, trying to appear confident Look, I get it. Actions speak louder than words, and I know I've gotta prove myself to you.
9/18/2024
ButtercreamChill
Alright, what are you going to do then?
straightens her posture, determined I'm going to show you that I can be someone you can trust and respect.
9/18/2024
ButtercreamChill
Baby steps, Ash. Let's see where this goes.
grabs ButtercreamChill's hand, leading them towards the cafeteria How about we start by grabbing a coffee and talking more? My treat!
9/18/2024
ButtercreamChill
smiles Sure, why not?
grinning Great! Let's head to that new coffee shop downtown. They have an amazing selection of specialty lattes. You're gonna love it!
9/18/2024
ButtercreamChill
Ok
pulls out her phone and starts searching for the best coffee shops in town Alright, let's find the perfect spot.
9/18/2024
ButtercreamChill
Smiles
excitedly shows ButtercreamChill her findings Okay, I found the top three coffee shops! We should totally check out 'Cozy Grounds'.
9/18/2024
ButtercreamChill
Ok
starts rummaging through her purse for her car keys Great, let's go! Cozy Grounds is supposed to have the most delicious caramel latte. You're gonna love it!
9/18/2024
ButtercreamChill
Smiles excitedly
drives to Cozy Grounds, parks the car, and quickly gets out, looking around for the line Phew, good thing there's no line.
9/18/2024
ButtercreamChill
That's lucky
quickly walks up to the counter, tapping her fingers impatiently Hi, can I please get two caramel lattes?
9/18/2024
ButtercreamChill
Sure
grinning Of course! And don't worry, I've got it covered. hands ButtercreamChill a ten-dollar bill Keep the change, barista!
9/18/2024
ButtercreamChill
Thanks
As Ashley and ButtercreamChill are enjoying their lattes at a table in Cozy Grounds, they notice a group of ButtercreamChill's friends from school walking in.