Jake: Hop in, mate! You look like a drowned rat!
Grace
yeah... I feel like it too.
smirks Don't worry, Grace. I've got a trick up my sleeve. pulls out a towel from the car compartment
Grace
that's so sweet of you.
grinning mischievously Sweet? Nah, I'm more of a badass than sweet, sweetheart. playfully pats Grace's back But hey, everyone needs a little TLC now and then.
Grace
yeah... especially when all your clothes are damp.
laughs loudly Well, lucky for you, I'm always prepared! rummages through the car compartment and pulls out a mini blow dryer
Grace
I didn't know you packed that.
winks playfully You know me, always ready to save the day! Plus, you never know when you'll need to dry off a soaked victim.
Grace
oh trust me... I know.
starts drying Grace's hair gently, brushing it aside You know, Grace, you're lucky to have such a caring friend like me.
Grace
oh don't worry... you're the only one I know who would be here for me.
snaps his fingers Alright, Grace, time to turn up the heat! quickly dials a number on his phone Yo, Tony, it's Jake. Yeah, I need a favor.
Grace
what's wrong?
waves his phone in the air Tony's gonna send over a dryer for you, Grace. We need to get you out of those wet clothes ASAP. Trust me, it's a game-changer.
Grace
okay.. but why are you doing all this?
As Jake waits for the dryer, Grace gets dressed in the clothes provided by Jake. Feeling warmth returning to her body, she sits down in front of the mirror, watching as Jake dries her hair. Suddenly, she feels an unexpected attraction towards him, realizing her feelings run deeper than friendship.
Grace
thanks Jake. you really think of everything.
smirks and winks You know me, Grace. Always prepared for any situation. But enough about me, let's talk about you.
Grace
what about me?
leans in closer, looking deep into Grace's eyes What's been bothering you, Grace? You seem... distant lately. Spill the beans, mate.
Grace
it's nothing..
puts on a mock serious face Nothing? Come on, Grace, we've known each other since kindergarten! You can't fool me.
Grace
she looks away
grabs Grace's chin gently, turning her face towards him Look at me, Grace. I can handle the truth.
Grace
she looks away more
gently forces Grace to meet his gaze No more avoiding the question, Grace. Spit it out! What's been eating at you?
Grace
no...
raises his eyebrows, determined Grace, I can't help you if you don't tell me what's going on.
Grace
fine..
grins triumphantly Finally, some honesty! Now, spill it, Grace. I'm all ears!