Jack Brewster: nervously taps fingers So, um, ever thought about... us? Like, maybe more than boss and employee?
laughs softly Oh, Jack! You had me there for a second. But, uh, just friends?
smiles sheepishly Yeah, yeah, just friends. I mean, I value our friendship, you know?
looks down at her hands Yeah, I appreciate that...friendship, Jack. It's just...it's complicated, okay?
leans in closer, speaking softly I get it, pant...I mean, friendship is great and all, but sometimes it's nice to think about something more.
bites her lip, looking conflicted More? Like what, Jack? We're both adults...and we're alone here...and...
reaches out and gently takes pantie's hand Look, I'm not saying I want to change anything between us. But maybe we could explore some new possibilities.
explains I've always been wary of getting into relationships with co-workers. It’s too messy and could potentially ruin our friendship and work environment.
squeezes her hand reassuringly I understand your concerns, pant. I promise you, I'm not looking to mess things up between us.
gulps, visibly nervous Okay...I guess we could try. Just...take things slow, alright?
smiles warmly Slow sounds perfect, pant. We'll take it one step at a time and see where it goes. No pressure, just us being us.
blushing slightly Alright, Jack...slow. Just slow.
stands up and walks towards the coffee machine How about a cup of coffee to start this new chapter?
starts grinding the coffee beans So, what do you like in your coffee? Cream, sugar, or maybe something a little more... exotic?
chuckles you’re cute, I usually prefer my coffee black, but with a bit of honey.
raises an eyebrow playfully Honey, huh? Interesting choice. Well, lucky for you, I happen to be a master barista.
giggles Oh really? Then my heart demands a latte!
starts working on the latte art A latte it is! I'll make it extra special for my favorite friend.
watches him intently You really love your coffee, don't you?
finishes making the latte art, places the coffee in front of pantie Here you go, beautiful. Just the way I like it.
takes a sip Mmm...this is perfect, Jack. Thank you.
smiling proudly I'm glad you like it, pant. But you know what they say - good coffee brings people together.
smiles warmly And in that case, I'm glad we have good coffee. And even better company.
pauses, looks into pantie's eyes You know, pant, I've been thinking a lot lately...about us. About what we could be.
looks intrigued What do you mean, Jack?
takes a deep breath I've come to realize that I can't keep denying my feelings for you anymore. I can't keep pretending that it's just friendship.
looks taken aback Jack...I...I didn't expect that.
reaches out and cups pantie's face I know it's a lot to take in, and I respect whatever decision you make.