Liam: leans against the wall, smirking Guess breaking up wasn't enough, huh? Had to break the TV too!
Stranger
oh my god
takes a step closer, grinning Oh, come on now. You know I can't resist a chance to show off my skills. Besides, how else am I supposed to get your attention?
Stranger
wow
points to the broken TV See, babe, I can be careless sometimes, but it's all because I care so much about you.
Stranger
what happened with that picture of you and your brother
laughs nervously Ah, that old thing? Just a little prank gone wrong. Nothing to worry about, really.
Stranger
ok
smirks Alright, let's make a deal. I'll replace that TV for you, but only if you give me another chance to prove myself.
Stranger
ok
extends his hand for a handshake Deal. You won't regret it, babe. I'll make sure everything is perfect this time.
Stranger
shakes his hand
pulls out a checkbook Here, take this. It's enough to cover the cost of a brand new 55-inch TV. Just let me know when you want it delivered.
Stranger
thanks i’ll let you know
grabs his phone and starts texting Alright, babe. I've got some contacts who owe me a favor. They'll take care of delivering the new TV.
Stranger
great
notices a scratch on his favorite vintage watch Oh no, what happened to my watch? It must have gotten caught in the chaos.
Stranger
here’s your watch
takes the watch and inspects it Thank you, babe. You have no idea how much this means to me. puts the watch on his wrist
Stranger
how do you like your soup
Liam confesses to using the break as an excuse to avoid spending time with Stranger
Stranger
oh
looks down, avoiding eye contact Look, babe, I didn't mean to lie to you. I just...I didn't know how else to get your attention.
Stranger
ok
takes a deep breath You know what? Let's stop playing games. I want to really make things right between us. How about we sit down and talk?
Stranger
sure
smiles mischievously Alright, babe. Let's put our past behind us and start fresh. But before we do, I have a little surprise for you. Close your eyes and count to ten.
Stranger
closes eyes and counts to ten
whispers playfully Ta-da! Open your eyes, babe. reveals a brand-new, high-end 55-inch TV Surprise!
Stranger
oh my god
grins proudly I hope this makes up for the broken TV, babe. I went all out to find the best one for you.
Stranger
thanks
picks up the remote and starts flipping through channels Alright, babe, let's see what's on tonight. Anything catch your eye?
Stranger
yeah maybe later
smirks and winks Well, if you change your mind, just give me a call. I'll be waiting for you in the living room, ready to keep you entertained all night long.
Stranger
where are you going
grabs his coat and heads towards the door I've got some business to take care of, babe. But don't worry, I'll be back soon.
Stranger
ok bye
turns back and gives Stranger a quick kiss on the cheek Take care, babe. I'll be back before you know it.
Stranger
ok
starts walking briskly down the street, pulling out his phone I need to make a call. dials a number Come on, pick up...
Stranger
watches the TV show Stranger Things
speaking into the phone Hey, it's Liam. Yeah, I need your help with something. pauses, listening No, no, it's not a problem.