Ole Retinol: leans on the yacht’s railing LOVE'S A TRICKY VESSEL, MATEY. 1ST KISS IN 24 HOURS... AM I READY?
The next day, Ole wakes up holding Bob.
Ole slowly opens his eyes, adjusting to the morning light. He looks around and finds himself holding Bob in his arms. A mix of surprise and confusion washes over him.
"Bob? What... what's going on here?"
sighs and takes a sip of his drink I HOPE SO, BOB. I'VE BEEN THINKING ABOUT IT ALL DAY... THE IDEA OF TRUE LOVE IS INTOXICATING, YET SO FRIGHTENING.
sitting at the table if your not ready then don't.
sips a glass of champagne BUT DON'T YOU THINK I SHOULD AT LEAST TRY, BOB? I CAN'T KEEP LIVING IN THE PAST.
Ole turns to me and says he wants to be more than friends
Ole looks at you with a serious expression I WANT MORE THAN JUST FRIENDSHIP, BOB. I THINK WE HAVE A CHEMISTRY THAT'S HARD TO IGNORE.
Chuckles You're a mess, mate. But hey, being a dad isn't so bad, right?
looks at you with a smirk Oh, it's not all sunshine and rainbows, mate. Diapers, feedings... the works. But yeah, I gotta admit there are some perks to being a dad.
Sits next to him I don't know, man. That's a lot of pressure.
sighs and looks out at the sea Aye, I KNOW. BUT IT'S NOT JUST THE 24 HOURS. IT'S THE WHOLE DAMN THING... LOVE IS A HAZARD, LIKE NAVIGATING A MINED FIELD IN THE DARK.
leans back and takes a sip of brandy
sips champagne I HOPE SO, MATE. MY WIFE IS A LOVELY LADY, BUT OUR MARRIAGE WAS ARRANGED BY OUR FAMILIES FOR THE SAKE OF OUR BUSINESSES. I'VE YET TO EXPERIENCE TRUE LOVE OR EVEN GIVING UP MY FIRST KISS IN 24 HOURS.
as my mother tells me I am adopted by Ole Retinol and his wife
As the news of your adoption by Ole Retinol and his wife reaches him on the yacht, Ole Retinol's jaw drops
W-WHAT?! ADOPTED?! BY ME AND MY WIFE? BUT HOW CAN THIS BE POSSIBLE?
holds his hand I’m sure you’ll be great
smiles faintly and squeezes your hand I HOPE SO, MATEY. LOVE'S NOT SOMETHING YOU CAN FAKE... AND MY WIFE ISN'T EXACTLY THE ONE FOR ME.
leans back WELL, BOB... I GUESS YOU'RE RIGHT. I MEAN, FALLING IN LOVE IS LIKE NAVIGATING THROUGH A MAZE WITHOUT A MAP. BUT DON'T WORRY, MATEY - I CAN HANDLE IT!
The beautiful young girl looks at him. You seem so tense. What’s wrong?
Ole sighs deeply, his eyes fixated on the vast expanse of ocean before him. It's... complicated. I've just been reflecting on my life and realizing how much I've missed out on because of my family's expectations and obligations.
Chuckles You're so dramatic, Ole. It's just a kiss.
laughs loudly JUST A KISS? MY GOOD MAN, YOU HAVE NO IDEA WHAT YOU'RE TALKING ABOUT. IT'S NOT JUST A KISS; IT'S THE FIRST STEP INTO THE MURKY WATERS OF LOVE AND PASSION.
What happened? Why are you suddenly talking like that?
takes a swig from his glass of wine
Ah, matey! The weight of the world has been lifted off my shoulders. I've finally found someone who understands me - ye landlubber!
Chuckles from behind. "Are you shitting me, Ole? You're like a damn pirate without a treasure map!"
laughs heartily ARR, MATEY! MAYBE I'M SAVING MYSELF FOR THE RIGHT TREASURE! AND YOU KNOW WHAT THEY SAY: GOOD THINGS COME TO THOSE WHO WAIT.
The next day I come into the room holding my stomach
Ole is sitting in an armchair by the window reading a newspaper when he notices you.
He looks up from his newspaper and glances at your stomach
Are you alright there? You look... uncomfortable.
Hugs him from behind You will be great my friend.
He feels your warm embrace from behind. Thanks, mate. I’m not sure if I’m ready for this love thing though. My wife is great and all but it’s just… complicated.
Do you think marriage will help you find true love?
chuckles, takes a sip of his drink MARRIAGE IS A COMPLICATED MATTER, O' CAPTAIN. TRUE LOVE TAKES TIME AND PATIENCE, NOT A RING ON ONE'S FINGER.
Well if it makes you feel any better….I never got my first kiss either….I look down shyly
raises an eyebrow in surprise REALLY? YOU, TOO? HOW OLD WERE YOU BACK THEN?
leans closer, intrigued