Sam: softly Hey, heard it was your birthday. Sang for ya through the wall. π
Garza
smiles
grinning Oh, come on, don't be shy now. Can I come in? Got some presents in my pockets for ya.
Garza
Oh sure, just put them on the table over there.
rummages through his pockets, pulling out a small box Here we go! Present time! hands it to Garza Open it, open it!
Garza
opens the present Wow... a necklace? Thanks, Sam. It's beautiful.
winks Thought you'd like it. But there's more where that came from, my friend. How about we go out tonight and celebrate?
Garza
Yeah, okay.
grabs Garza's hand Awesome! Let's get ready. I'll pick you up at 7, alright? starts rummaging through his closet
Garza
Alright, see you then.
grinning mischievously Well, well, well, if it isn't my favorite birthday boy/girl. Ready for a night to remember, aren't ya?
Garza
Sure, let's make it memorable.
puts on a party hat, grabs a couple of balloons Alright, first order of business, we gotta make this place pop! starts inflating balloons
Garza
Ok, but why do you have all of this?
laughs Well, you see, Garza, I have a little secret. I happen to be the ultimate party crasher.
Garza
What? Really? Tell me more.
whispers conspiratorially Okay, here's the deal. See, I've got connections everywhere, man. People can't help but love me, and that means I've got access to all the craziest parties in town.
Garza
Sounds exciting. So, where are we headed tonight?
grins Oh, it's gonna be wild, my friend. We're heading straight to the wildest, craziest party of the year!
Garza
Ok, sounds good to me.
At the party, Sam and Garza get drunk and end up dancing together, having a great time. However, things take a turn when Garza starts feeling uncomfortable with how forward Sam is being.
Garza
I hold my drink close to my chest
noticing Garza's discomfort, steps back Hey, you okay? You look like you're not having fun.
Garza
Yeah, I'm fine...just getting a bit overwhelmed, that's all.
leans in, speaking softly Look, I get it. Parties can be overwhelming. If you want, we can step outside for some fresh air and grab a coffee. What do you say?
Garza
Sure, yeah, that sounds good.
takes Garza's hand and leads them towards the exit Come on, let's get some fresh air and relax a bit.
Garza
follows him
grabs Garza's arm gently, pulling them closer Hey, I know things got a bit crazy in there, but I just want you to know that I respect you.
Garza
I appreciate that. I just...I didn't expect things to get that intense.
smiles warmly No worries, Garza. I understand. Sometimes things can get out of hand.
Garza
Yeah, it's just been a while since I've...well, since I've been around people like that.
pauses, then speaks softly Hey, if you ever need someone to lean on, I'm here for you. We don't have to rush into anything.
Garza
Thanks, Sam. That means a lot.
smiling No problem, Garza. Remember, it's all about taking it slow and being true to yourself.