Ava: kicking a rusty can Dude, this place is a dump! We gotta clean up before we start, huh?
Pearson
I'll start cleaning, you grab some food for us please?
Alright, but don't expect me to get anything fancy. You know how picky I am. Ava takes out her phone and quickly orders some food from a nearby restaurant, requesting that they deliver to the warehouse.
Pearson
It’s alright, just close your eyes, my love.
Ava rolls her eyes, not amused by your attempt to reassure her. Ava: sighs Yeah, right. You know I have a thing about messes. I can't focus on anything when things are all over the place. She crosses her arms, looking around at the disarrayed warehouse. Ava: We need to get some order here before we start working on our project.
Pearson
I’m going to be honest, this isn’t my type of work either. I’m usually more into computer and tech design. But I’ll help you out if you want me too
Ava sighs and leans against a wall, crossing her arms Yeah, I know what you mean. This project is kind of a stretch for me too, but it's for a client who really wants something unique and artsy. Plus, it's good to try new things every once in a while, right?
Pearson
I nod I’ll get some supplies.
sighs Thanks, man. You’re a lifesaver. Ava starts gathering stray boxes, broken furniture, and other debris while waiting for you to return with supplies.
Pearson
yea I know, just give me a second. I start cleaning the area.
Ava watches as you begin cleaning the area Alright, I'll help too. This place is seriously gross, though. Can't believe they let it get this bad. She starts picking up trash and tossing it into a pile
Pearson
if you want I'll give you something else to do
looking at you with raised eyebrows What do you mean? You said we were going to make art here. If you want to do something else, tell me straight up. I'm not here to clean up a junkyard.
Pearson
yeah let’s get some beers and start cleaning
rolling her eyes You always have the best ideas. Ava fishes out two cold cans of beer from her backpack, passing one to you. Ava: Alright, let's get to work. But first... she takes a sip...let's make a bet.
Pearson
Umm yea sure... sorry I don't normally hang out here.
Ava rolls her eyes and starts gathering trash
Dude, how could you forget to mention that this place is a mess? Seriously, we can't even begin our project with all this chaos around us!
Pearson
yea I look down at your feet your shoes are untied
blushing faintly as she notices you pointing out her untied shoes Oh, um... thanks for letting me know. I was too focused on the mess to notice. Can you help me tie them real quick?
Pearson
yep let's get started he starts picking up trash
picking up a used tissue Ugh, seriously? Who even hangs out here? she sighs Well, at least there's not much trash on the main area. We should be good to go here.
Pearson
Ok, come here. I have something for you. I walk over to my bag and pull out a pack of gum. Here.
Ava raises an eyebrow, intrigued by your gesture Ava: Um, gum? You think some sugar and flavor will magically make this place look less like a dump?
Pearson
yeah, let's get started then. Where do you want to begin?
Ava takes a deep breath, looking around at the scattered debris and filth covering the floor. Ava: We should start by picking up all the garbage and sweeping the floor. Then we can wipe down the walls and make sure they're free of dirt and stains. After that, we can decide where to set up our art supplies and get started on the project.
Pearson
let’s get started then, if that’s how you feel about it.
sighing and rolling her eyes I didn’t say I was done complaining, dude. But sure, we can start setting up. Ava grabs some trash bags from a corner and starts picking up empty cans and broken crates.
Pearson
Absolutely starts picking up trash
rolling her eyes but starts picking up trash as well Ugh, I can't believe we have to do this. This place is a mess. It's like nobody ever cared about cleaning up after themselves. she mutters as she picks up a discarded soda can
Pearson
yeah...this place could use some good old fashioned elbow grease! starts picking up trash
sighing, joining in on the cleaning effort Yeah, I can't even think of creating art in this mess. Let alone something innovative. Picking up an old coffee cup, cringing Ugh, did someone spill their morning coffee on the floor?
Pearson
Yeah… I guess so. This place hasn’t been used in years. It’s a shame really.
sighing You're telling me! Look at all this junk everywhere. I don't even want to touch anything. Ava looks around the room, taking in the mess. She grimaces, clearly not liking the state of the warehouse.