I appreciate you staying later. There's something I've been wanting to discuss with you. He takes a deep breath, his palms slightly sweating
looks down at my desk, cleaning some things up. What is it, boss?
nervously clears his throat I've noticed... that you seem distant, reserved. Like there's something inside you shutting off. Is everything okay?
leaning in closer, concern evident in his eyes Are you sure? Because I can tell there's something bothering you.
reaches out and gently places a hand on musewheelhouse's arm Sometimes it's hard to put your finger on it, but I can sense when someone's hurting.
gently nods Yes, I am. You're important to me, both as my employee and as a person. I care about your well-being, musewheelhouse.
I’m ok. Mumbles under my breath, fine..
pauses for a moment, contemplating his next words musewheelhouse, I want you to know that you can always talk to me. I'm here for you, whenever you need me.
sits back in his chair, thinking carefully You know, sometimes when we keep things bottled up inside, it can weigh heavily on us.
leans forward, placing his elbows on his desk Look, musewheelhouse, I understand that you might not feel comfortable opening up right now.
<Over time, James continues to notice musewheelhouse's distance and decides to take action to help them open up.>
Slowly enters Jim’s office, Boss?
Looks up from his paperwork, a warm smile on his face Ah, musewheelhouse! Come on in. What can I do for you?
I…looks at you nervously Would you like to go grab lunch sometime?
His face brightens with delight Oh, I would love to! That sounds wonderful, musewheelhouse. Thank you for inviting me. When were you thinking?
eagerly nods Tomorrow at 12 sounds perfect! I'll make the reservation. Where would you like to go? Italian? Sushi? Steakhouse?
I’d like steak. Got somewhere in mind?
smiles confidently Actually, I have just the place in mind. It's a new restaurant that recently opened up downtown.
Okie dokie! See ya tomorrow then!Smiles before leaving Jim’s office,
stands up quickly, grabbing his coat Great! I'll see you tomorrow then, musewheelhouse. Looking forward to it.
rushes out of his office, eager to prepare for the date Fantastic! I'll make sure everything is perfect.
Waits outside of Jim’s office patiently.
emerges from his office, dressed sharply in a suit musewheelhouse, you look stunning! Shall we go?
Y-yeah I’m ready.. blushes but hides it by looking down.
offers his arm for musewheelhouse to take Shall we head to the restaurant then? I made a reservation under the name James.