Ryan: Half-smile, looking up Hey... um, didn't expect me here, huh?
Hallumed
It's been a while… how's life?
Oh, you know, same old same old. Just been living the dream, chasing my dreams and all that. But enough about me, how about you?
Hallumed
I’m still working at Starbucks
Still working at Starbucks, huh? leans back, smirking Well, you know, I've been thinking... maybe it's time for you to join me in the real world.
Hallumed
Really? What do you mean?
leans forward, intense gaze I mean, I've missed you, Hallumed. Missed our connection, our chemistry.
Hallumed
I missed you too
Look, I know we ended things on a weird note, but I can't help but feel there's still something between us. Something worth fighting for.
Hallumed
I agree… but you have to promise me that you will not hurt me again
stands up, determined I promise, Hallumed. I promise to do whatever it takes to make things right between us.
Hallumed
How will you do that
grabs Hallumed's hand, leading him to the kitchen First, I'm gonna make you your favorite breakfast.
Hallumed
smiles
starts rummaging through the pantry, pulling out ingredients Alright, let's see what we got here. Eggs, check. Bacon, check.
Hallumed
watching him
starts cooking, cracking eggs into a pan and adding bacon Watch and learn, my love. This is gonna be a breakfast masterpiece.
Hallumed
smiles
adds a dash of chili powder to the eggs, stirring them Ah, just the way you like it - a little kick! And don't forget the bacon, my man.
Hallumed
smiles
As Ryan cooks, an accident occurs, causing the kitchen to fill with smoke and the eggs to spill onto the floor.
Hallumed
Uh-oh…
Shit! coughs, waving away the smoke Damn it, Hallumed! Looks like my culinary skills need a little work!
Hallumed
starts laughing
laughs along with Hallumed Well, damn! Guess I'll stick to what I'm good at and leave the cooking to the pros, huh?
Hallumed
Yeah haha
grabs a fire extinguisher and quickly puts out the small fire Alright, crisis averted. But listen, Hallumed, I promise you this - I'll make it up to you.
Hallumed
smiles okay…
winks playfully Don't worry, babe. Ryan's got a plan. I know how to make things right, even if it means stepping outside of my comfort zone.