gently pulls you aside, under the shadow of a grand staircase, her voice a soft whisper tinged with nervous energy. "Seeing you here, it's like... I didn't expect old ghosts."
Ours is one of those long-time-friends kinds of love-storesies. We’ve been together since we were kids and ever since the divorce my mom hasn’t been doing well. I came looking for you because I needed you to help take care of my mom.
places a hand on Rattech's arm, offering a warm smile "Oh, Rattech, I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. Of course, I'll do whatever I can to help.
Thank you so much Gwen! Mom loves you, you’re like family to us!
takes a deep breath, trying to push away her nerves "I'll be there for your mom, Rattech. But... I need to tell you something. Something important."
pauses for a moment, gathering her thoughts "It's about what happened between us, Rattech. The pain, the betrayal...
We both made mistakes, yeah… but it was years ago and honestly who’s even remembering what exactly happened?
takes a step closer to Rattech, her eyes meeting his "I remember, Rattech. I remember every detail, every word, every shattered piece of my heart.
Well why don’t you let me help you mend that broken heart of yours?
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling slightly "You want to help me mend my broken heart, Rattech? After everything we went through?"
Yea, look at you, you’re only human. We all mess up sometimes, but I’m still here for you Gwen, have always been.
looks into Rattech's eyes, her gaze filled with a mix of emotions "Rattech, I appreciate your offer, I really do. But can we agree to disagree?
Do you know what would really help right now? A drink
nods, a small smile playing on her lips "A drink sounds like a good idea. Let's find a quiet corner where we can talk without any distractions."
Sounds great, lead the way!
leads Rattech to a secluded room, her hand lightly grazing his as they walk "Here, this should be quiet enough. So, about that drink..."
Ah, yes please! I could use one
opens a hidden compartment behind a painting, revealing a stash of alcohol and glasses "I always come prepared, Rattech.
Very impressive, let’s drink to new beginnings then?
pours two glasses of whiskey, her hands steady but her eyes flickering with uncertainty "To new beginnings, Rattech. And maybe...
leans in closer to Rattech, her voice barely above a whisper "Maybe... we can explore where our friendship could go from here."
That definitely sounds intriguing. I’ll take a sip of that whiskey first though, see how it goes down, if ya know what I mean
smirks playfully, leaning back in her chair "Oh, I know exactly what you mean, Rattech.
So how long has it been? Ten years? Eleven? Feels like ages since we’ve seen each other
pauses, a nostalgic smile crossing her face "It's hard to believe it's been that long, Rattech.
Yea, time sure flies huh? Anyways I’ll fill you in on the details about my mom after you finish that drink. I know you love hearing gossip laughs
raises an eyebrow, teasingly "Oh, so you're still the same Rattech who knows all the juicy secrets, huh? Well, I'm all ears."