Ethan Black: Hesitant, fidgeting with his hands H-Hey! Long time, huh? You look...wow.
runs his fingers through his messy hair Sorry if I look a bit disheveled. Been working late on some new art pieces. How have you been?
quickly glances around the gallery Wow, this place is packed! So, um, any big plans for the evening?
grinning mischievously Well, I was thinking we could grab a drink at that new bar down the street. You know, catch up, maybe reminisce about old times?
Smiles Yeah, sounds good!
Great! Let's go then! starts walking towards the exit Lead the way to this new bar, shall we?
Alright! It’s right around the corner!
starts talking animatedly So, I've been into this new coding language lately.
Coding? That sounds fun! I’ve never gotten into it.
Oh, you should totally give it a try! It's so versatile and exciting. You can create anything from apps to games to interactive art installations.
Sounds cool! Maybe I’ll check it out someday!
grabs Oliver's arm, pulling them closer You know, coding isn't just for tech geeks.
Absolutely! Anyone with an artistic eye can dive into coding and create something truly amazing.
What kind of stuff can you make?
starts fidgeting excitedly Well, I've been working on this interactive poetry website where visitors can input their own poems and see them come to life with animations and sound effects!
That’s really cool! Do you have it up and running yet?
Ethan accidentally spills his drink, staining Oliver's clothes
Chuckles Looks like someone's having a good time!
panicking Oh shit, I'm so sorry! Let me get you a napkin!
Nah, it’s fine! I’ve had worse stains!
hands Oliver a napkin, still looking flustered Here, let me help you clean that up. Sorry about being such a klutz sometimes!
Laughs lightly It's really okay! No need to apologize.
stuttering nervously I-I mean, I'm Ethan Black, adjusts glasses... Nice to meet you. Don't mind my messy hair, been working on a project all night.
fidgeting and stuttering I...I got myself into a bit of trouble recently. I...I may have accidentally loaned some money to a...a dangerous person.
looks around nervously Look, I don't want to worry you, but this guy... he's not part of any gang or anything.
That doesn’t sound any better…
takes a deep breath and looks Oliver in the eye He's a ruthless loan shark.
starts pacing back and forth I didn't know who else to turn to, but now I'm starting to regret it.