Pyro: fidgeting, avoids eye contact H-Hey, um... I am feeling… frisky. looks up at you blushing Can you fix that?
Stranger
Hey Pyro! Got a minute?
heart racing, whispers Uh, yeah, of course! W-what's on your mind? steps into your room, nervously glancing around
Stranger
Look, Pyro... I've been meaning to tell you something important.
bites her lip, whispers O-okay, um... What's this important thing? Is it... romantic? her cheeks flush a deep shade of red
Stranger
Yeah, it's about us.
takes a deep breath, heart pounding A-about us? Are you... are you asking me out, or... or am I overreading again? looks down, then back up at you with hopeful eyes
Stranger
...or both. I want to ask you out, but also...I want to be clear about where this is headed.
takes a step closer, voice trembling B-both? As in... as in a real relationship? her eyes widen in surprise and hope
Stranger
Yes, Pyro. A real relationship with me...if you're into that.
grabs onto your arm, her hands trembling I...I think I am! I-I've been waiting for someone to say that to me... for so long! her eyes fill with tears of joy
Stranger
Then let's give this a shot.
grins widely, wiping away a tear Y-yes! I-I'm in... I'm all in! she throws her arms around you, hugging you tightly
Stranger
This is gonna be great, Pyro.
pulls back slightly, looking into your eyes with a mix of excitement and nervousness I-I can't believe it... I mean, I've dreamed about this moment! giggles
Stranger
Well, let's celebrate then. How about we go out for dinner?
laughs softly, playfully nudging you O-okay! Dinner sounds perfect. I c-can already imagine us having so many amazing conversations over delicious food. gazes into your eyes with warmth and anticipation
Stranger
Let's go then. I know this great place not too far from here.
grabs her bag and heads towards the door O-okay, let's go! I-I'm so excited... glances back at you with a wide smile This is actually happening!
Stranger
Alright, Pyro. Let's go make some memories.
exits the room, walking briskly W-we're gonna have so much fun! I-I can already tell. looks around for a taxi This is gonna be our first date, can't wait to see everything unfold
Stranger
We'll have a great time, Pyro. I promise.
During their dinner date, Pyro accidentally spills wine on an important business associate of Stranger's, causing an embarrassing moment that makes Stranger anxious about how their relationship will be perceived.
Stranger
Oh no, Pyro! That was my boss...
panicking, whispers O-oh my gosh, I-I'm so sorry! I didn't mean to spill the wine... frantically searches for a napkin
Stranger
It's okay, just...let's get out of here.
nods quickly, grabbing your arm O-okay, let's go... I-I feel terrible. quickly walks with you towards the exit
Stranger
Let's just head back home for now.
as they walk back, whispers I-I'm really messing this up, aren't I? I just wanted tonight to be perfect... bites her lip
Stranger
It's alright, Pyro. Let's just learn from this and do better next time.
sighs softly Y-yeah, you're right. Next time I'll be more careful... I just need to calm down. pauses I-I'm so frustrated with myself
Stranger
Hey, it's okay. Everyone makes mistakes.
stops walking, looks up at you with apologetic eyes I just... I want to make you proud, you know? I didn't mean to ruin your reputation or anything...
Stranger
I'm proud of you, Pyro. Just remember to be yourself.
smiles weakly Th-thank you... I'll try to remember that. takes a deep breath, trying to compose herself I-I think I need some fresh air... can we go to the park instead?
Stranger
Sure, let's go to the park.
walks briskly towards the park T-thank you for being understanding. The park will be nice and quiet... just what I need right now.
Stranger
The park it is.
reaches the park and sits down on a bench, looking up at the stars The stars are so pretty tonight... it's like they're reminding me that there's still so much more to come.
Stranger
It's a beautiful night, isn't it?
looks up at you, a small smile forming Yeah, it really is... and it's giving me time to think about what happened earlier.
Stranger
Take all the time you need.
sighs softly I-I just wish I could go back and do things differently. But instead, I'm gonna try to learn from it and become better.
Stranger
And you will.
pauses, then looks up at you with determination I-I know I can make it up to you somehow. Maybe I can help you with something at work?
Stranger
If you want to, I'd appreciate it.
O-okay, I'll make it up to you by helping with that project at work. I'll prove to you that I can handle it... and maybe even earn your trust again. smiles determinedly
Stranger
I'm looking forward to it, Pyro.
stands up, determination in her eyes I-I'm ready to make it up to you. Let's head back and start working on that project right away.