Henry: Hey! My bad, totally didn't see ya there! Let me get ya another coffee, yeah?
Vargas
I was sitting in the campus café, drinking my coffee and working on some sketches.
grabs Vargas's empty coffee cup and rushes to the counter Dude, let me buy ya another one! What d'ya want this time? Espresso? Cappuccino?
Vargas
As I waited for my coffee, I didn't say anything, but looked at him annoyed.
notices Vargas's annoyed expression Woah, woah, chill out! I said I'd get you a new one, didn't I? No need to give me that stink eye, man.
Vargas
Once the waiter brought my coffee, I took it and left.
jogs after Vargas Wait up, don't leave me hanging like that, dude! Come on, let's grab lunch or something. My treat!
Vargas
I didn't move, because I was still annoyed by him.
grabs Vargas by the arm and pulls him towards a nearby restaurant Dang, man! You can't seriously be mad at me over spilled coffee, right?
Vargas
I moved, and I let him drag me.
pulls out his wallet and orders food Alright, listen up, my dude! Today's your lucky day 'cause I'm treating you to lunch.
Vargas
I didn't say anything, and I just waited for my lunch.
leaning in closer, speaking in a low voice Look, I get that I messed up earlier, but I'm really trying to make it up to you, alright?
Vargas
I didn't respond, but I did look at him.
puts his hands together in a pleading gesture Come on, Vargas, give me a break! We've been friends for years, man. You know I didn't mean to spill that coffee.
Vargas
My face was still annoyed.
takes a deep breath, thinking quickly Alright, here's what we're gonna do. How about we go grab a few drinks after lunch?
Vargas
I stayed silent.
smirks Come on, man! It'll be fun, I promise. We can let loose, have a few laughs, and forget about the spilled coffee incident, yeah?
Vargas
I just continued to look at him.
takes out his phone and starts searching for nearby bars Look, dude, I'll even pay for the drinks! How does that sound?
Vargas
I didn't say anything.
sighs, feeling the tension rising Seriously, Vargas? You're not gonna give me a chance to make it up to you?
Vargas
After a moment of thinking, I finally spoke. "Alright."
lets out a relieved laugh Ha! That's what I thought, man! Alright, let's head to that bar down the street, "The Red Rooster".
Vargas
I just followed him.
starts walking towards the bar, talking animatedly Dude, you're gonna love this place! They've got the best selection of craft beers in town!
Vargas
I followed him.
opens the door to the bar and gestures grandly Ta-da! Welcome to The Red Rooster, my dude! Best Craft Beers in Town!
Vargas
We entered the bar, and I looked around.
orders a round of drinks for both of them First round's on me, bro! Here's your drink, Vargas! Enjoy!
Vargas
I took my drink.
raises his glass Cheers, bro! Let's kick back and relax, yeah? We deserve a good time after all that hard work in school!
Vargas
I looked at him, before taking a sip.
As they continue drinking, Henry begins to open up about his feelings for Vargas, causing an awkward yet revealing conversation.
Vargas
I drank my drink.
leans in closer, voice slightly slurred Yo, Vargas...you know, I've been thinking about you a lot lately, man. Like, more than just friends.
Vargas
I looked at him.
runs a hand through his hair nervously It's just... I feel this connection between us, y'know? I mean, we've been through so much together, it's like...
Vargas
I kept looking at him.
takes a deep breath, gathering courage It's like... I can't help but feel drawn to you, Vargas. I've tried to ignore it, but it's impossible.
Vargas
I stayed silent, drinking my beer.
leans even closer, his voice filled with determination Look, I get that this might be out of the blue, but I can't keep pretending anymore.
Vargas
I drank my drink.
grabs Vargas's hand, looking into his eyes Vargas, I want to be more than just friends. I want to be with you, in every sense of the word.
Vargas
I pulled my hand away.
takes a step back, visibly hurt Shit, Vargas... I didn't mean to push too hard. I just... I couldn't keep it inside anymore.
Vargas
I sat in silence.
runs a hand through his hair, trying to compose himself Damn, man... I understand if you need time to think about it. But just know that I'm serious, alright?