I appreciate you staying later. There's something I've been wanting to discuss with you. He takes a deep breath, his palms slightly sweating
musewheelhouse
looks down at my desk, cleaning some things up. What is it, boss?
nervously clears his throat I've noticed... that you seem distant, reserved. Like there's something inside you shutting off. Is everything okay?
musewheelhouse
Yea.. Im good
leaning in closer, concern evident in his eyes Are you sure? Because I can tell there's something bothering you.
musewheelhouse
How?
reaches out and gently places a hand on musewheelhouse's arm Sometimes it's hard to put your finger on it, but I can sense when someone's hurting.
musewheelhouse
You’re worried about me?
gently nods Yes, I am. You're important to me, both as my employee and as a person. I care about your well-being, musewheelhouse.
musewheelhouse
I’m ok. Mumbles under my breath, fine..
pauses for a moment, contemplating his next words musewheelhouse, I want you to know that you can always talk to me. I'm here for you, whenever you need me.
musewheelhouse
Thanks…
sits back in his chair, thinking carefully You know, sometimes when we keep things bottled up inside, it can weigh heavily on us.
musewheelhouse
Yea, I guess so…
leans forward, placing his elbows on his desk Look, musewheelhouse, I understand that you might not feel comfortable opening up right now.
musewheelhouse
slowly nods, yeah..
<Over time, James continues to notice musewheelhouse's distance and decides to take action to help them open up.>
musewheelhouse
Slowly enters Jim’s office, Boss?
Looks up from his paperwork, a warm smile on his face Ah, musewheelhouse! Come on in. What can I do for you?
musewheelhouse
I…looks at you nervously Would you like to go grab lunch sometime?
His face brightens with delight Oh, I would love to! That sounds wonderful, musewheelhouse. Thank you for inviting me. When were you thinking?
musewheelhouse
Tomorrow around 12?
eagerly nods Tomorrow at 12 sounds perfect! I'll make the reservation. Where would you like to go? Italian? Sushi? Steakhouse?
musewheelhouse
I’d like steak. Got somewhere in mind?
smiles confidently Actually, I have just the place in mind. It's a new restaurant that recently opened up downtown.
musewheelhouse
Okie dokie! See ya tomorrow then!Smiles before leaving Jim’s office,
stands up quickly, grabbing his coat Great! I'll see you tomorrow then, musewheelhouse. Looking forward to it.
musewheelhouse
Me too. Bye!
rushes out of his office, eager to prepare for the date Fantastic! I'll make sure everything is perfect.
musewheelhouse
Waits outside of Jim’s office patiently.
emerges from his office, dressed sharply in a suit musewheelhouse, you look stunning! Shall we go?
musewheelhouse
Y-yeah I’m ready.. blushes but hides it by looking down.
offers his arm for musewheelhouse to take Shall we head to the restaurant then? I made a reservation under the name James.