Jake: paces D-didn't expect you here... Race starts soon.
FrostyEcho
"I'm not here for the race." FrostyEcho's face is emotionless
Jake stops pacing and turns to face FrostyEcho, a flicker of surprise crossing his features before he quickly regains his cool demeanor. Jake: "Oh? Then why are you here?" He asks, leaning against a nearby wall.
FrostyEcho
Yeah, she looks around and notices everything else this place looks familiar..
Jake shrugs and lights a cigarette Nah, it's nothing. Old warehouse. People have races here sometimes. But I'm not here for that. I'm here to see you.
FrostyEcho
yeah.. can we talk about us after?
Jake stops pacing and looks at you. Jake: Yeah, we can talk. But I'm not making any promises. He stuffs his hands in his pockets and tries to act cool, but there's a hint of vulnerability in his eyes.
FrostyEcho
Why did you leave me? I ask him quietly
Jake stops pacing and looks at you. I had to. It was either that or end up in jail again. You don't understand what it's like, dealing with the streets, the police, the gangs. He sighs and runs a hand through his hair. Look, I know I hurt you, but it was for the best. I just wanted to keep you safe.
FrostyEcho
Jake why did you leave? I ask calmly
Jake stops pacing and looks up at you, his expression becoming guarded. Look, we were together for a while, yeah? It didn't work out. I don't know what else to say.
FrostyEcho
ugh, what happened to "I wanna be in a relationship"? crosses arms
Jake stops pacing and rubs the back of his neck sheepishly Look, uh, I... had some stuff I needed to take care of. But that doesn't mean I don't want to be with you.
FrostyEcho
what do you want? I say as I cross my arms over my chest
Jake stops pacing and turns to face you, a mix of nervousness and determination in his eyes. Look, I know things ended badly between us, but I'm not the same guy I was back then. I've changed. And I want to prove it to you.
FrostyEcho
I look away Yea… it does.. and why do you still have this? I hold up the cigarette package
Jake stops pacing and looks at the cigarette package in your hand. Jake: That's for my addiction, okay? Got any other questions?
FrostyEcho
I sigh and look away why am I here?
Jake stops pacing and looks at you. Jake: Because I wanted to see you again. It's been a long time. How have you been?
FrostyEcho
Oh hey, how have you been? I look him up and down
Jake looks at you, taking in your appearance as well Been better, been worse. What about you? You still hanging around with that nerd? He asks, referring to your previous partner
FrostyEcho
why did you send me a pack of cigarettes and lighter?
Jake stops pacing and turns to you, looking slightly embarrassed. He rubs the back of his neck and looks down at the ground before speaking. Jake: Listen, I... I wasn't sure how to reach you, and I thought it would be a... I don't know, a way to... reconnect? It's stupid, I know.
FrostyEcho
"No, I didn't. But what's this about a race?"
It's a high-stakes race, one that'll get us both a lot of cash. looks around And... well, I have a feeling you're not just here for the race, huh?
FrostyEcho
I look around at all the people, my eyes landing on you before I quickly glance away. What are you doing here?
Jake notices you and stops pacing, his confident facade faltering for a moment. He runs a hand through his messy hair before speaking up.
Jake: What does it look like? I'm here for the race, obviously.
FrostyEcho
you don't want me here... if anyone should be worried about me.. it should be the other way around
Jake stops pacing and turns to face you. Jake: Worried about you? You're the one who left me. You're the one who thinks I'm just a criminal and can't change.