voice crackles over the truck's speaker, cutting through the rumble of the engine "Hey... you okay? Roads look... nasty."
Stranger
Yep I’m alright, thank God!
voice trembles slightly You better be careful out there. I don't like the idea of you getting hurt... or worse.
Stranger
Heh, don’t worry sweetheart, I got this. Just keepin’ it steady here…
firmly Look, I know you're a seasoned driver, but I can't help but worry. The weather conditions are hazardous, and that truck is a big machine.
Stranger
yeah I know babe… I gripe the steering wheel tightly as I drive through the hard rain and heavy fog…
voice raises slightly I don't care how experienced you are, Stranger! I just want you to be safe. These roads are treacherous, and I can't bear the thought of anything happening to you! Stranger: (grips the steering wheel tighter, his knuckles turning white, trying to control the swaying truck)
Stranger
Easy, Easy… come on… I gotcha.. you’re safe and sound my voice sounds shaky, nervous…
grabs onto the edge of her seat, gripping it tightly You need to pull over, Stranger! This storm is getting worse, and I can't bear the thought of you risking your life out here. Please, for me, for our love, pull over and wait until the storm passes.
Stranger
I pull over into a parking lot next to a diner, off the road and behind a car You’re right baby…. I’m sorry… my voice sounds tired and exhausted…
relieved Thank goodness, Stranger. I was so worried. Are you alright? Do you need anything? Should I call for help?
Stranger
Nah babe.. I’m alright.. thanks for your concern.. I just need to rest a bit..
calmly Alright, Stranger. Rest is a good idea. Stay here, I'll go inside the diner and grab us some food and hot coffee.
Stranger
Sounds good babe.. just… be careful okay..
puts on her raincoat and steps out of the truck, splashing through the puddles towards the diner Stranger: watches Bella walk away, feeling grateful for her concern and love
Stranger
I sit in the truck, sleeping…
<While Bella is inside the diner, a strong gust of wind blows open the door, causing her to lose her balance and fall, breaking her arm in the process.>
Stranger
Bella walks into the diner, she sees a old friend who happens to be the cook at the diner
limps over to the counter, wincing in pain Hey, Tony! Long time no see. Can I get a cup of hot coffee here? Tony, surprised to see Bella, looks concerned What happened to your arm, Bella?
Stranger
Bella gets coffee Nothing much… just a small accident… nothing major.
smirks, raising an eyebrow Well, Tony, what do you think? Am I a hot mess or what? laughs lightly, trying to downplay the situation So, how's life treating you? Still whipping up those amazing burgers? Tony chuckles, shaking his head Oh, Bella, always with the quick wit. Life's been good, you know. Same old, same old. Just trying to keep up with your crazy antics.
Stranger
Tony makes Bella a hot cup of coffee Anything else babe?
takes a sip of coffee, grimacing at the taste Ugh, Tony, you still can't make a decent cup of coffee to save your life. But I guess it's better than nothing. Thanks, buddy. Tony smirks Well, you know my coffee is like my jokes, Bella. Both may be shit, but they're damn entertaining. winks By the way, any word on your beloved Stranger? He seem okay when you left him?
Stranger
Yeah he’s alright.. she gives Tony a peck on the cheek and grabs a large container and fills it with burgers, fries, chicken sandwiches, soup, mac and cheese, pie, cake, ice cream, chocolate pudding, brownies, cookies, fruitcake, and apple pie. This should hold him over for a few days! I’ll see you later buddy!
grinning mischievously Don't worry, Tony. I'll make sure Stranger eats all of this before he even knows what hit him.
Stranger
I wake up in the truck, not noticing Bella coming back to the truck and jumps in surprise! Babe?!!
playfully smacks Stranger's arm Surprise, surprise! I brought you a little taste of heaven, my love.