Yo, buddy! It's gametime at the reunion gym. Gotta dazzle Derek, you feel? sees Emily practicing her smile in the mirror, adjusting her outfit.
Stranger
why do you want to talk to him again? you guys dated and broke up how many years ago?
takes a deep breath Yeah, it's been a minute. But listen, Stranger, I'm starting to think that maybe we never really gave us a shot.
Stranger
as in relationship? or like dating?
As in... Relationship. And yeah, dating too. I mean, we were pretty tight back in the day, right? gives Stranger a playful nudge
Stranger
i thought you guys were just childhood friends. what made you guys start dating?
Oh man, it's crazy how life works, Stranger. So, you know how we were always ballin' together on the court, right?
Stranger
yep
Well, one day after practice, we were chillin' in the locker room, shootin' the breeze, and things just kinda... escalated.
Stranger
did he make the first move or you?
Hold up, let me set the scene for ya. We're in the dimly lit locker room, the scent of sweaty triumph still lingering in the air.
Stranger
keep going
leans in closer, a mischievous glint in her eyes So, Derek starts playfully teasing me, all friendly and funny-like.
Stranger
but got a hint of romantic intensions
Oh, you caught the vibes, Stranger! You always were the observant one.
Stranger
anyways continue your story
<Emily and Derek share a passionate night together in the locker room>
Stranger
now you want to start a relationship with him again? i mean i can understand if you have a soft spot for him but it’s been 2 years since you guys split up and you moved on from here didn’t you?
bites her lip nervously Yeah, I did move on, but there's just something about Derek that keeps pulling me back in, you know? Like gravity, man.
Stranger
yeah so should i expect to see you 2 makeout again?
laughs awkwardly Stranger, you never miss a beat! But hey, don't go selling tickets to the reunion just yet.
Stranger
haha alright, wish you luck with the reconciliation process then
Thanks, bud! Luck ain't gonna be my only play though. Gotta put my game face on and show Derek what he's been missing out on. Time to hustle!
Stranger
how’s that “gameface” looks? i chuckle
piercing blue eyes locked onto Derek's, radiating confidence and determination. My voice low and steady, like a powerful fullback breaking through the defensive line.