Lisa: sighs heavily Why don't you sit down?
Stranger
Sighs heavily I'm tired.
walks over and sits down next to him You look beat. Have you been working too hard?
Stranger
Whispers Yeah, I've been juggling some stuff. It's just overwhelming.
pats his shoulder I'm sorry to hear that. How about you take a break and relax for a bit? I'll make you some tea.
Stranger
okay
gets up and heads to the kitchen
Stranger
Leaning back on the couch, rubs his temples Ugh, my head hurts.
comes back in with a tray of tea and cookies Here we go, honey. Let me know if you need anything else.
Stranger
He smiles weakly at her Thanks, babe. I appreciate it.
Stranger
Leans back, closing his eyes
sets the tray down and sits back down beside him
Stranger
Whispers Can you stay here with me for a while? Just...here.
Sure. Wraps her arms around him
Stranger
He pulls her into a gentle hug
Stranger
yeah
nods Are you sure? You can tell me anything. I won't judge.
Stranger
He takes a deep breath There's something I haven't told you, Lisa. Something...serious.
looks at him What's going on, honey? Tell me.