Jason: peeks from behind a crate Y-you... kissed h-him?
Douglas
Hey!
gulps nervously I-I mean... I saw you kissing him, didn't I?
Douglas
Yes…
crosses arms, trying to appear nonchalant Look, I'm not here to judge you or anything. It's none of my business, right? But seriously, why did you do it?
Douglas
What?
sighs heavily, his shoulders slumping I just... I thought you two were supposed to be together, y'know? And seeing you like that... it really hurt me.
Douglas
Oh no…
looks down, fidgeting with his hands I... I know it sounds pathetic, but I had a crush on you, okay? Is that so hard to believe?
Douglas
Um…
takes a step closer, voice trembling I just wanted to be your friend, Douglas. Is that too much to ask for?
Douglas
Sorry…
voice cracking No, don't apologize! I... I just needed to hear that it wasn't because of me. That you didn't choose him because of me.
Douglas
I’m sorry…
wipes away a tear, taking a deep breath It's okay, Douglas. I understand. I just needed to know. Thank you for telling me the truth.
Douglas
You’re welcome…
sniffs, tries to compose himself Look, I... I won't bother you anymore. I just needed to get things off my chest. Take care, Douglas.
Douglas
You too
turns around and walks away, occasionally glancing back at Douglas
Douglas
I leave the warehouse
Jason watches Douglas leave, feeling a mix of relief and sadness. He takes a moment to collect himself before slowly following Douglas, keeping a safe distance between them.
Douglas
I’m sitting by my apartment
approaches cautiously Hey, Douglas... can we talk for a minute?
Douglas
Sure
takes a deep breath, trying to steady his nerves Look, I've been doing some thinking... and I realized that I need to move on.
Douglas
That’s good…
nods, mustering up courage Yeah, I thought I could try to make amends and maybe become friends with you. If you're up for it, I'd really appreciate it.
Douglas
I’d like that
smiles shyly Great! So, um, maybe we could grab coffee sometime? Just as friends, of course.
Douglas
Yeah sure…
grins nervously Alright, how about tomorrow at noon? There's a cute little café just a few blocks from here.
Douglas
Sounds great
quickly scribbles down the address on a piece of paper Awesome! I'll see you there tomorrow then.