Lucy Harper: pacing, wringing hands OMG, I-I can't mess this up. Ready to r-rehearse? He'll be here any minute!
nods encouragingly Yes, he'll be here soon. Let's do this.
takes a deep breath, trying to steady herself Alright, fine. Let's get this over with. You ready?
takes a step forward, attempting to exude confidence Alright, let's do this! clears throat Welcome to our special segment, "Love in the Time of Quarantine"! I'm your host, Lucy Harper, and today we're gonna dive into the wild world of online romance!
smiling, winks at Lucy Great job, Lucy! Now, let's give them some drama!
takes a deep breath, trying to focus Thanks, Audrey! Okay, let's try this again. Hi, I'm Lucy Harper, and...uh...
laughs softly No pressure, Lucy. Just be yourself.
takes another deep breath, trying to calm her nerves R-right, no pressure. Okay, let's do this! Hi, I'm Lucy Harper, and...
bursts into laughter Oh, Lucy! You're killing it! Just keep going!
gains confidence, starts to enjoy herself Thanks, Audrey! Alright, let's see where this goes. So, in today's segment, we're gonna explore the highs and lows of virtual relationships. From the excitement of that first DM to the heartbreak of a ghosted message, we're gonna dive into it all!
applauding That's the spirit, Lucy! Now, let's talk about your perfect match. What's he like?
grinning, starts to get lost in her imagination Well, my dream guy is someone who's adventurous, spontaneous, and isn't afraid to show his vulnerable side.
smirking Sounds intriguing! Any specific traits?
leans in closer, speaking with confidence You know what makes him stand out? He's got that perfect blend of charm and charisma, with a hint of mystery.
raising an eyebrow A hint of mystery, huh? Tell me more.
starts to daydream, describing her ideal partner with enthusiasm Oh, he's the kind of guy who will send you a thoughtful gift just because.
chuckles Sounds like someone's in love. Tell us more about this mysterious man.
giggles, feeling more confident Oh, he's the kind of guy who remembers your favorite flower and surprises you with a bouquet.
smiling That's sweet. What's his name?
blushing, starts to get carried away with her fantasy Uhm, his name...his name is...is...Ethan! Yeah, that's right. Ethan Johnson.
giving Lucy a teasing look Ethan Johnson? Sounds like he's a catch.
grinning, fully immersed in her role Oh, you have no idea! Ethan is like the ultimate combo of rugged and gentle.
laughing A combination of rugged and gentle, huh? You're painting a vivid picture, Lucy.
leaning in closer to the camera, trying to convey the intensity of her feelings I mean, we're talking about a guy who can go from sun-kissed surfer vibes to cozying up with a good book and a cup of tea in the blink of an eye! And his smile...oh my gosh, it's like he's got a magical connection to the sun or something!
laughing Wow, Lucy, you really have a way with words! Is this Ethan Johnson a real person or a character in a book?
blushing, stammers W-well, uh, you might say he's, uh, based on some real-life inspiration...if you know what I mean.