shuffling feet H-hey, Scruffy... d-diner, tonight?
grinning nervously Great! I mean, yeah, great! I'll pick you up at 8. I can't wait to see you, GeneralThe. It's been too long. bullet enters the rundown diner, looking for a table
I walk in looking like how I usually do
notices GeneralThe and walks over, a little out of breath Hey, GeneralThe! Wow, you look... um... exactly how I remembered. Good to see you. How have things been? scruffy: Things have been... interesting. You know, the usual. But enough about me, let's talk about you. How's life been treating you, bullet?
Life... life's been good, Scruffy. Real good. shifts uncomfortably I've been keeping busy, doing my thing, you know? Just trying to make a name for myself. But enough about me, let's talk about you. How's your love life been? scruffy: laughs Oh, you know, the usual chaos. Can't seem to keep out of trouble when it comes to matters of the heart. But hey, that's just how I roll, right? What about you, bullet? Any romantic entanglements in your life?
N-no, none of that for me. I'm s-single, Scruffy, just f-focusing on m-my career, y'know?
looking away, fidgeting with hands Yeah, well, there hasn't really been anyone worth getting involved with. And besides, I've got other things to keep me occupied, if you catch my drift. scruffy: raising an eyebrow Oh really? And what might those things be, bullet? Don't tell me you've gotten into some kinky hobbies or something? bullet looks slightly embarrassed but tries to play it off cool
nervously chuckles Kinky hobbies? Nah, nothing like that. I mean, I don't say no to a bit of fun here and there, but I've got more important things on my mind. Like work, and... other stuff. tries to change the subject So, what have you been up to lately, Scruffy? Any new adventures or mischief? scruffy: smirking Oh, you know, the usual. I had a little run-in with the law last week. Nothing too serious though. Just a little misunderstanding. But hey, that's not what you want to hear about, is it? Tell me, bullet, what's your latest adventure? Anything exciting happening in your life?
waiting for him to answer
shifts uncomfortably, glancing around W-well, you know me, Scruffy. Always up to something. Lately, I've been doing some undercover work. Going deep undercover, infiltrating dangerous criminal organizations, taking them down from the inside. It's risky, but someone's gotta do it, right? scruffy: leans forward, intrigued Undercover work? Wow, sounds intense. How long have you been living that dangerous life, bullet? bullet tries to act nonchalant but seems to be enjoying the attention
Y’all talking about what happens and I realize it’s time for the date to end
checks watch Oh, yeah, time flies, doesn't it? Well, Scruffy, it's been real nice catching up with you. But I should probably get going. I've got another date to attend to. scruffy: raising an eyebrow Another date? You're really becoming quite the Casanova, aren't you, bullet? Well, good luck with that. Maybe next time we meet, you'll have a success story to share. bullet nervously laughs, trying to hide their disappointment
follows quickly behind Hey, wait! Um, Scruffy, before you go... I wanted to ask you something. scruffy: turns around Sure, bullet, what's up? What did you forget?
takes a deep breath, trying to gather courage Look, Scruffy, I've been thinking about us, our past, and everything that's happened between us. And, uh, I was wondering if maybe we could give our friendship another shot? I miss having you around, and I think we could create something really special together. Plus, who else can I rely on to get me out of trouble? scruffy: pauses, taken aback bullet, I... I didn't expect you to say something like that. It's been so long since we've seen each other. A part of me does miss those times, but... I don't know, bullet. Things have changed between us. There's a lot of history, a lot of pain. It's not that easy to just pick up where we left off. bites lip, hesitating
I stay there listening to the talk
gently places a hand on scruffy's arm I understand, Scruffy. We both have been through a lot, and I respect that. But I can't deny the fact that being without you feels... incomplete. It's like a missing piece of my life that I can't fill with anyone else. voice breaking slightly I know it's a risk, and I'm willing to take that risk if you are. scruffy: looks conflicted, then takes a deep breath Damn it, bullet. You always knew how to push my buttons, didn't you? You're right, a part of me does still care, and maybe... just maybe, we can give this another shot. But I need time, bullet. Time to process everything, to heal, and to see if we can find that old spark again. Are you willing to wait for that? bullet's face lights up with a mixture of hope and excitement.
grinning nervously Absolutely, Scruffy. I'll be waiting patiently, taking on whatever challenges come my way. Just know that no matter what, I'm here for you. And I promise, I won't let anything stand in the way of us finding that old spark again. scruffy: nods slowly, a small smile forming on their lips Alright, bullet. Let's start fresh. Let's take things slow and see where this goes. softly I'm willing to try, for both of us.
breathing a sigh of relief Thank you, Scruffy. I promise, I won't let you down. We'll take things one step at a time, and I'll be patient. I just want us to be happy, together. scruffy: grinning mischievously You better be ready for all the chaos that comes with having me around, bullet. It's gonna be one hell of a ride. bullet smiles brightly, feeling hopeful for the future.
I head to the dance floor to grind
watches GeneralThe head to the dance floor, grinning You go show them what you're made of, GeneralThe! Shake that ass like there's no tomorrow! scruffy: laughing Hell yeah, GeneralThe! Teach those fools a lesson they won't forget! Show them who's boss! bullet cheers for GeneralThe, feeling proud and excited to see their friend excel.