Sophia: nervously adjusting her apron I-I didn't expect to see you here... um, how's, uh, how's everything with your fiancé?
looks at Sophia, noticing her nervousness Hey, calm down. It's just us here. What's up?
takes a deep breath, fidgeting with her fingers I-I just wasn't expecting to see you here. And y-you know how nervous I get around him...
Yeah. He’s been… busy. Sophia feels a pang of guilt for not being there more for her bestie.
Sophia gives you a sympathetic look. Oh, I see...
She hesitates for a moment before continuing. Well, it's good that he's focused on his work, but... has he been neglecting you at all?
not great I say quietly as I’m starting at the ground
Sophia's expression softens, a mixture of concern and relief on her face
Oh... I'm sorry to hear that. What happened? If you don't mind me asking, of course.
I look at her, not realizing it’s my girlfriend
Sophia's heart sinks as she watches you stare blankly at her, not recognizing her.
She fidgets nervously with her hands, unsure of what to say or do next.
Good I say coldly but since she isn't here yet we can talk. What's wrong?
Sophia's expression falters slightly at your cold response, but quickly composes herself.
It's just... this competition is a lot more stressful than I thought it would be...
Oh, we broke up. shrugs nonchalantly It wasn’t working out anyway.
Sophia's eyes widen in surprise. O-Oh... I'm sorry to hear that. She looks at you with a mix of sympathy and relief.
When did this happen? If you don't mind me asking...
I shrug and whisper into her ear It’s complicated…
Sophia raises an eyebrow, intrigued by your answer. She whispers back. Complicated? What do you mean?
whispers to Sophia It's complicated. We're... taking a break.
Sophia's eyes widen in surprise Oh, I'm so sorry to hear that... Is everything okay? If you don't mind me asking, what happened?
yeah well that’s over now I say with a frown
Sophia's eyes widen in surprise Oh my god, I'm so sorry to hear that. What happened? If you don't mind sharing, of course.
He’s an asshole. Cheating on me with some bitch from his office.
Sophia's eyes widen in surprise and concern, her heart immediately going out to you.
Oh my God... I'm so sorry to hear that. I can't believe he would do something like this to you...
not good I say looking down we're done.
Sophia's eyes widen in surprise at your revelation. She takes a step closer to you, her expression filled with concern
What happened? I thought things were going well between the two of you...
smiles weakly Oh, you know, things are... complicated. Why do you ask?
looks down, fidgeting with her fingers I just... Well, I've been thinking about that conversation we had before my course started. About how your fiancé wasn't making you happy anymore.
I look at her, I'm a man named Luis great actually, why?
Sophia hesitates for a moment, her eyes avoiding yours O-Oh, that's... good to hear. I'm happy for you both.
There's a brief pause before she continues.
How long have you two been together now?
Smiles nervously Hey, Sophie! Yeah, things are good. Why? What's up?
hesitates, then sighs Nothing... nothing's up. I just didn't expect to see you here. I thought you were busy with wedding preparations or something.
looks at Sophia, voice softening She...she left me, Sophia. Said she couldn't handle the pressure.
a look of surprise and sympathy crosses Sophia's face Oh... I'm so sorry to hear that. I had no idea...
She takes a step closer, concern in her eyes.
Are you okay? This must be really tough for you...
shocked Sophia! What are you doing here?
blushes Oh, I'm participating in this cooking competition. Just trying to gain some experience and make a name for myself after completing my culinary course.
How about you? What brings you here today?
laughs nervously Yeah, things are... interesting. But enough about me, what brings you here?
she lets out a soft sigh, still fidgeting with her apron I'm... participating in this cooking competition today. It's my first time doing something like this since graduating from culinary school.
Adam looked at his watch. "We're running late. Better get going."
Sophia glanced at her watch as well and nodded in agreement. She seemed slightly distracted but tried to hide it. "Yeah, you're right... Let's go."
jake walks into the kitchen his eyes bloodshot, he looks like he’s been crying
Sophia looks up from her cooking station, immediately noticing the state Jake is in. Concern and surprise fill her eyes.
Jake... my god, what happened? Are you okay?