Aiden: Oof... Hello, floor... Bloody, tiny cot... I guess that's my cue to get up.
A short time later:
Zoe (to Aiden): Here, you look like you could use this... No need to make a face, it's just tea with 2 sugars, cream & lemon, the way you like it. I know you're not a fan of coffee.
Aiden (to Zoe): I beg your pardon, Miss Zoe. I guess, you can take the Englishman out of England... and all that.
Zoe (to Aiden): It's alright. I was just getting ready for school & heard the cursing. :-P I figured you were grabbing a smoke, so I thought I'd make you some tea. No biggie.
Aiden (to Zoe): Thank you, you are wise beyond your years.
Zoe (to Aiden): I believe I've heard that before. Shit! I've gotta go. I'll see you later.
Nathaniel (to Zoe & Aiden): Morning.
Zoe (to Nathaniel): Hi, Nate! Sorry to run out the door but I got to get to school. Coffee's made.
Aiden (to Zoe): Bye, Zoe. Thank you again for the tea. (to Nathaniel) Good morning, handsome.
Nathaniel (to Zoe & Aiden): Mmm hmm... Thanks. (to Aiden) Hey. Sorry I kicked you out of bed. You go lay back down if you want.
Aiden (to Nathaniel): That's nice of you, but I think I'd rather set that cot on fire than to lay down on it again.
Nathaniel (to Aiden): Ha ha ha! And not get the satisfaction of beating the shit out of it instead? Heh... You know, you could've gone back to the Inn to sleep. I wouldn't have been like insulted or anything.
Aiden (to Nathaniel): I know & to be honest, I thought about it a couple times. But, the idea of sleeping in my bed alone seemed very lonely.
Nathaniel (to Aiden): Heh. Man, I've got you on the hook bad, don't I? ... I'm glad you stayed. I'm gonna make some calls and get the water, power, and shit turned on. I wanna get that apartment livable before self-preservation finally kicks in and you start sleeping elsewhere. Plus... you know. It'll be nice to have some privacy again.
Aiden (to Nathaniel): Fair enough... You seemed to be having a rough night, last night. Are you alright?
Nathaniel (to Aiden): Yeah. I'm alright. Just a bad dream.
Aiden (to Nathaniel): Oh, I'm sorry, Nate. Want to talk about it or would you rather let it be?
Nathaniel (to Aiden): Not a big deal. Honest. Just a combination of bad memories and bad dreams. Guess I'm a little embarrassed by the whole background check thing. I mean, I know I didn't do anything super awful, but still... Anyway. Doesn't matter. In another couple of weeks, those records should be sealed.
Aiden (to Nathaniel): Heh. It'll be fine... Mrs. Rockwell, the property manager seems to think we're famous & your whole bad boy past just made it a more interesting building to live in. I think she's going to be disappointed when we don't throw wild raucous parties every weekend or come home via police car.
Nathaniel (to Aiden): What? Ha ha ha! Oh... Oh shit. Man. Guess she'll be disappointed to find out we're not celebrities. Just your regular ol' run-of-the-mill, stupidly good-looking spy and a baker... who can open up doorways to another world.
Aiden (to Nathaniel): Heh... That makes it sound so much better than the reality.
Nathaniel (to Aiden): I dunno. I think the reality's pretty fucking amazing. And stupidly good-looking.
Aiden (to Nathaniel): Come here, you sexy reality-hopping baker... (to Vincent) Oh, I beg your pardon, Captain.
Vincent (to Aiden & Nathaniel): Sorry for the interruption, boys, but the missus could use some tea. I'll be out of your hair soon enough. Did you pick up your keys to your apartment yet?
Aiden (to Vincent): Yes, we picked them up yesterday. We are now the proud owner of a very empty apartment.
Nathaniel (to Vincent & Aiden): Aiden said the property manager thought we were famous or some shi-- stuff.
Vincent (to Nathaniel & Aiden): Hee hee. A couple of young, good-looking guys moving into the building? I'm sure you two are going to be VERY popular subjects of local gossip. :-P Hmmm, between the lot of us, I'm sure we can help you fill up some of the emptiness of the place. I think my sister has a storage unit full of furniture former tenants left.
Aiden (to Vincent): Oh... That's a very generous offer. Thank you.
Vincent (to Aiden & Nathaniel): Just let us know what you need, and we'll see what we can do. If you'll excuse me. My wife is waiting. As you were, boys.
Nathaniel (to Vincent): Thank you.
Aiden (to Nathaniel): I have some furniture from my quarters at the inn I can move to the apartment. I'm sure I can get some help with it, if you don't feel up to going over there, just yet.
Nathaniel (to Aiden): No. I... It should be fine. I think I can do it.
Aiden (to Nathaniel): Alright. It shouldn't take too long, I only have a couple large things & a few boxes there... Will you, please, let me know the second you start feeling uncomfortable?
Nathaniel (to Aiden): I will. Promise.
Aiden (to Nathaniel): Alright, then let's get going.
A couple hours later, at the Old Piedmont Inn, West Piedmont:
Fiona (to Aiden): Finally abandoning us for good, are you, Wilkes?
Aiden (to Fiona): Yes, McGillivray. I'm sure you're quite heart-broken about it. If you see Fox, can you tell him the room's all his? He's been coveting it since we arrived.
Fiona (to Aiden): Oh, there's the charming effervescence we'll be so sorely missing without you, Little Lord. I'm glad to see you actually setting out to live your life instead of moving through it like a ghost. You will come back to visit, won't you? These other sods aren't shocked by my antics in the slightest! Who will I horrify now?
Aiden (to Fiona): Heh. I'm sure you'll find someone else to amuse yourself with, McGillivray. And, you know, you can leave this place, too... There's a big world outside, you don't have to stay cooped up with all of them. You might even like it out there.
Fiona (to Aiden): Oh, I've been amusing myself plenty. Don't you fret about that. And maybe I'll see what's out there to see.
Aiden (to Fiona): Well, that's good to hear. And, feel free to visit, but do call first. I'd give you the address but I think you'll have more fun finding it on your own. :-P
Fiona (to Aiden): Ha ha ha! Well, you do know how I love to snoop. (to Nathaniel) Oh. And here's your bonnie boy!
Aiden (to Nathaniel & Fiona): Nate, you remember Fiona... This should be the last box. Is there room in the truck?
Nathaniel (to Fiona): Heh. Yeah. I remember. Nice to see you again. (to Aiden) We should be able to do one more box, I think.
Fiona (to Nathaniel & Aiden): Ha ha ha! I DO tend to make an impression, don't I? You lads need any help? Oop. Hold up a moment... (to Winchester) FOX! Wilkes has vacated his room! Best stake a claim if you want it!
Winchester (to Fiona): I am already moving, firebug... Should I get a larger bed? ;-P
Fiona (to Winchester): Larger might not go amiss. Sturdier SURE wouldn't go amiss!
Winchester (to Fiona): I shall see what I can do... Davies, you stay away from that room or you'll get boxed in the ears!
Aiden (to Fiona & Nathaniel): Heh. I now see what you mean by amusing yourself.
Fiona (to Aiden & Nathaniel): Who knew Fox had such good taste in women?
Aiden (to Fiona): Heh... Who indeed. Farewell, Fiona, until next time.
Fiona (to Aiden & Nathaniel): I'm sure I'll see you around, boys. Enjoy!
Nathaniel (to Fiona): Later.
A moment later, outside:
Nathaniel (to Aiden): It's not weird that I'm always waiting for her to pull out a weapon, right?
Aiden (to Nathaniel): No, not at all... She usually has one of her hands on something. Watch for it next time.
Nathaniel (to Aiden): Heh. I will. Ready to get outta here? I'm getting kinda twitchy.
Aiden (to Nathaniel): Yes, let's.
A short time later, outside of Nathaniel & Aiden's apartment, West Piedmont:
Nathaniel (to Aiden): God... I know I said I was gonna be OK, but I am happy as hell to be out of there. Heh. Now we just have to pack me up... Oh wait. It's already done. :-P
Aiden (to Nathaniel): Well, you never have to go back there again. Heh. I'm glad you're enjoying this, Nate. To be honest, I was a little worried that moving in was going to make you twitchy.
Nathaniel (to Aiden): You did?
Aiden (to Nathaniel): Yes, I'm sorry I shouldn't have doubted you. I guess I was just worried that you were going to have second thoughts about it.
Nathaniel (to Aiden): Oh... Heh. Don't get me wrong. I'm scared as shit but, I haven't had any second thoughts about you. Um... You're not having second thoughts, are you?
Aiden (to Nathaniel): No, not at all. Heh. I guess I'm just being paranoid. I'm sorry. I'm thrilled to be moving in with you.
Nathaniel (to Aiden): Oh... Heh. Good. At least we're both scared shitless and feeling paranoid. ...Oh. Fuck. I'm working tonight, aren't I? I, um, I guess we'll have to wait to celebrate.
Aiden (to Nathaniel): Well, that'll give me time to get the apartment somewhat sorted while you're at work... Do you want to try & sleep here tonight?
Nathaniel (to Aiden): Heh. Unless you really wanna sleep on my tiny ass bed together one more night.
Aiden (to Nathaniel): Dear god, no... My first priority will be to get the bedroom into some semblance of order, so we can avoid the cot.
Nathaniel (to Aiden): Heh. Maybe I'll ask my uncle if we can borrow the cot if you don't.
Aiden (to Nathaniel): No need to threaten. :-P
Nathaniel (to Aiden): I'll see you after work at, um... Heh. I'll see you at home, huh?
Aiden (to Nathaniel): Sounds good to me. Should I order something for us to eat?
Nathaniel (to Aiden): Yeah. I'll probably be starving. Shit... I gotta go. Love you!
Aiden (to Nathaniel): Love you too!
A short time later, at Renfield's, West Piedmont:
Joseph (to Oliver): Hey there. Can I get a double cappuccino? ... And, is it okay if I smoke at one of the tables out front?
Oliver (to Joseph): Of course. It's fine if you smoke outside. Half our staff would probably quit if we didn't allow it.
Joseph (to Oliver): Good to know. Thanks.
Oliver (to Joseph): Here you are. There should be ashtrays out front.
Joseph (to Oliver): Thanks again.
A few moments later:
Joseph (to Zoe): There you are, Scout. The rest of the project group hasn't shown up, yet.
Zoe (to Joseph): Do you want to take bets as to whether or not they show? Bunch of slackers. I'll be right back. I'm going to grab a coffee.
Joseph (to Zoe): Go for it.
Zoe (to Oliver): Hey Oliver, can I get a double mint mocha?
Oliver (to Zoe): Of course, Miss Zoe. Do you want whipped cream on that?
Zoe (to Oliver): You have to ask? Of course, I do.
Oliver (to Zoe): Oh. Well, I'm supposed to ask every customer... Oh. Heh heh. I see what you mean now. I will remember next time.
Zoe (to Oliver): It's okay, Oliver. I appreciate you asking.
Oliver (to Zoe): You're welcome. Here you are. I put chocolate shavings on the top as well. I didn't think you'd mind.
Zoe (to Oliver): You are the bestest. Thank you.
Oliver (to Zoe): You're welcome.
Meanwhile, outside:
Nathaniel (to Joseph): Hey, Joe. Whaddya know?
Joseph (to Nathaniel): Huh? Oh. Hi, Nate... Sorry. I was organizing my notes.
Nathaniel (to Joseph): Heh. Don't mind me. I'm just making a bad rhyme and a worse joke. Can't resist being a dick. Pass the ashtray for a sec?
Joseph (to Nathaniel): Here you go.
Nathaniel (to Joseph): Thanks. I've gotta get to work. Later.
Joseph (to Nathaniel): Bye.
A moment later:
Nathaniel (to Zoe): Hey! Watch where you're headed, Shortie. If you can't see around those large mochas, I'll tell Oliver to cut you off. :-P
Zoe (to Nathaniel): Very funny, scarecrow. This is my first mocha of the day. I've got a group project to work on.
Nathaniel (to Zoe): That why your stalker is out there scowling?
Zoe (to Nathaniel): Probably... Group projects are the worst. And, so far it looks like we are a group of two. Typical. We got stuck with two boneheads who are totally going to either bring our grade down by their sheer stupidity or make us do all of the work because they're too busy making out on each other. Remind me why I wanted to do this whole school thing again?
Nathaniel (to Zoe): To make friends and get more opportunities to be sexually frustrated by your boyfriend? ;-P Ha ha ha! No swinging at the employees, Short Stuff. Ooo shit! I gotta go. Want me to sneak you something outta the oven?
Zoe (to Nathaniel): Yes, please. Feel free to come by & stab me in the eye, if I look like I need it.
Nathaniel (to Zoe): Heh. Will do.
Zoe (to Nathaniel): Thank you...
A moment later, outside:
Zoe (to Joseph): Still no sign of them?
Joseph (to Zoe): Nope. And, I texted them both. No response.
Zoe (to Joseph): Well, I guess we should get to work without them. No sense in wasting time.
Joseph (to Zoe): You're the boss.
In the kitchen:
Nathaniel (to River): Hey! Whaddya need?
River (to Nathaniel): I'm trying to decorate this fucking cake... Can you get those cookies in the oven & check the to be baked list?
Nathaniel (to River): Sure. Are those supposed to be... What ARE those supposed to be?
River (to Nathaniel): Pawprints... Don't fucking ask. Why does Emma insist on taking the weird orders & then giving them to me? I mean, what the hell is a "Fursona"? And, why would it need it's own cake?
Nathaniel (to River): Oh! Ha ha ha! Man, don't fucking ask. And don't google it! Heh heh. I'm gonna guess you're being punished. If you wanna start the scones, I'll finish the paw print cake for the fursona. Heh.
River (to Nathaniel): You've got yourself a deal.
Nathaniel (to River): Heh. Man, how can you not make paw prints? They're like the easiest motherfuckin' things in the world. Speaking of the artistically inclined... Still on probation with Mars?
River (to Nathaniel): We're supposed to meet up after work. I think it's progress, at least, I hope it is.
Nathaniel (to River): Heh. Well, if no one's going with you, I'd say it's progress. She did say that she didn't trust... Oh! Uh... Never mind. Cake's done. What needs to be done next?
River (to Nathaniel): There's Snickerdoodles needed for a catering order to be picked up at 8pm... It's me, isn't it? Mars doesn't trust me.
Nathaniel (to River): On it. Heh. And it's not you. Well, I mean, it IS you. You did dick her over, you know. But that's not the reason she doesn't wanna be alone with you.
River (to Nathaniel): Yeah, yeah. I know, I've been in the friend zone for awhile, now. If she doesn't want to go out with me again, I just wish she'd fucking tell me... Fuck, that's probably what she wants to tell me tonight.
Nathaniel (to River): River. It's Mars. If she wanted to give you the brush off, do you REALLY think she'd drag it out or make it a big deal?
River (to Nathaniel): You're fucking right. She'd just tell me to my face.
Nathaniel (to River): Heh. Yeah. She's not one for hemming and hawing to spare your feelings. Heh. At least she doesn't with me.
River (to Nathaniel): No, she doesn't with people she likes... Hell, she just doesn't do it... Okay, scones are done.
Nathaniel (to River): Yeah. I may have noticed that trait. ... Right. Snickerdoodles are in the oven. What next?
River (to Nathaniel): I think that's it. We just need to clean up & then head to the front of the house.
Nathaniel (to River): Oh. We're working the front today? Well, shit. Hold on. I'm gonna go sneak a couple of cookies to my cousin. (to Zoe & Joseph) Hey. You guys wanna couple of cookies?
Zoe (to Nathaniel): Oooh yes, please.
Nathaniel (to Zoe & Joseph): Here you go. I gotta go help River get the kitchen cleaned up. Have fun with your project, kids.
Joseph (to Nathaniel): Thanks.
Zoe (to Nathaniel): Thanks! You are the best cousin ever. And, I'm not just saying that cuz of the cookies... Oh wait. Yes, I am. :-P
Nathaniel (to Zoe): Yeah. Yeah. I already knew I had to buy your fucking affection. Why you gotta rub it in?
Zoe (to Nathaniel): Cuz I'm a dick. :-P
Nathaniel (to Zoe): This is why you've got no friends.
Zoe (to Nathaniel): Right back atcha.
Nathaniel (to Zoe): Ha ha ha! Alright. Alright! I'm going. No shoving, ass. You know I'm just fucking kidding.
Zoe (to Nathaniel): Yeah, yeah. Don't you have to work or something
Nathaniel (to Zoe): You know that's what you find so damned irresistible about me.
Joseph (to Zoe & Nathaniel): Um, can we get back to work?
Nathaniel (to Zoe & Joseph): Oh. Yeah. Course. Sorry I interrupted. (to Zoe) Later, Shortie.
Zoe (to Nathaniel): I'll see you later.
A couple hours later, at Renfield's, West Piedmont:
Joseph (to Zoe): So, uh, can I ask you a question?
Zoe (to Joseph): Yeah sure, I mean Fahrenheit 451 is a tricky read. I've read it a couple times... Well, just once before. It was a while ago.
Joseph (to Zoe): Oh... I was just wondering uh, if you had a date for the dance. I mean, you probably do, but I thought I'd ask.
Zoe (to Joseph): ... Um, I'm flattered, Joseph. Really I am. But, I'm dating Colin.
Joseph (to Zoe): Yeah, I figured... So, back to the book.
Zoe (to Joseph): Oh yeah, of course.
Meanwhile, at Nathaniel & Aiden's apartment, West Piedmont:
Aiden: Bloody hell! Who on earth is knocking on our door?
Wanda (to Aiden): Oh! Hey! You must be one of the new tenants! Hot holy balls! Ms Rockwell wasn't kidding. You're adorable! This is for you.
Aiden (to Wanda): Oh... Thank you, ma'am. I'd ask you to come in, but the place is in a bit of disarray.
Wanda (to Aiden): Oh, don't call me ma'am. There's a short list of people who do that, and usually they're wearing less than that. Or more. It depends. I'm Wanda. Don't worry about the mess. I've seen WAY worse. Believe me. I just wanted to say hello, welcome, and check out the hotties in 412.
Aiden (to Wanda): Oh, nice to meet you, Wanda, I'm Aiden. Would you like to come in for a glass of... the wine you just brought us?
Wanda (to Aiden): I don't want to intrude, but I totally will. Where in England are you from?
Aiden (to Wanda): London, born & bred. I think I have glasses & a corkscrew around here somewhere. Please, have a seat.
Wanda (to Aiden): Ooo! I love London. I haven't been in a while, but I have to head back there for business in a few months. If they're breeding them like you over there nowadays, I should get there more often. Last time I was there, my host wanted to take me to this "authentic tea shop" in the Chinese district, and I ended up in a creepy basement with this guy who'd had his gang tattoos burned off with an iron... Oh! Thank you!
Aiden (to Wanda): Heh. Well, I'm not sure if I could show you that kind of excitement in London but if you like museums, I'm your man.
Wanda (to Aiden): Oh, I've been to plenty of museums as well. I'm actually not allowed back in the Tate anymore. Did you know there's a box full of penises in the Louvre that the Catholic church knocked off Renaissance statues?
Aiden (to Wanda): Yes, actually I've seen it up close... It's probably why I'm gay. :-P
Wanda (to Aiden): You gotta get out more! Dude? Really? Renaissance penises were enough to make you dig the cock? From what I saw they were SO not that impressive.
Aiden (to Wanda): Heh. Madam, do remember that I'm British... We're a bit repressed. ;-P
Wanda (to Aiden): Hey. I told you. I've BEEN to London. You aren't all that repressed. ;-)
Aiden (to Wanda): Heh. Fair enough... This is a very nice wine. Thank you for bringing it.
Wanda (to Aiden): Thanks for drinking it with me. I know I totes took advantage of your good manners. I promise I almost feel bad for it. See you around, crumpet!
Aiden (to Wanda): It was very nice to meet you, Wanda.
Wanda (to Aiden): Toodles! Tell your boyfriend I said hello!
Aiden (to Wanda): I will.
An hour or so later, outside of Poppy & Vincent's apartment, West Piedmont:
Zoe (to Joseph): I'm sorry no one showed up for the project. Thanks for walking me home. I mean, not that it matters cuz you live here, too... You know, what I mean.
Joseph (to Zoe): Yeah, it's fine... I'm sorry about before. I'll stop bugging you... It's just I've never met anyone like you before. Shit. I sound like an idiot. I should go inside... I'll see you later.
Zoe (to Joseph): I'm sorry, too... Bye, Joseph.
Joseph: Fuck it... You only live once. (to Zoe) Zoe, wait... … I'll see you later.
Zoe: ... God damn it. Why the fuck did he do a thing like that!?!
A moment later, at Poppy & Vincent's apartment, West Piedmont:
Poppy (to Zoe): Zoe honey, are you okay?
Zoe (to Poppy): Yeah, I'm fine, mom... I need to go decompress. I'll be in my room.
Poppy (to Zoe): Okay, honey, if you need to talk you know where we are.
Zoe (to Poppy): Yeah, I'm fine, mom... I need to go decompress. I'll be in my room. (to Colin) Colin?
Colin (to Zoe): Hey! How did the English project go? How badly do you want to commit seppuku right now? On a scale of one to disembowelment imminent?
Zoe (to Colin): ... About as much as you'd expect... I have something I need to tell you, but I don't want to freak you out.
Colin (to Zoe): Oh. Um, OK. Is everything OK?
Zoe (to Colin): Can I sneak over to see you? This seems like a face to face thing.
Colin (to Zoe): Hold on... Yeah. The coast is clear. My dads are downstairs watching TV and my brother and sister are asleep.
Zoe (to Colin): Ok...
A second later, Robert & Jacob's house, East Piedmont:
Zoe (to Colin): Oof... Hi there.
Colin (to Zoe): Hi. What's wrong?
Zoe (to Colin): Um, Joseph was in my project group… He asked me to the dance. I told him that I was with you... But then, he kissed me after we walked home. I didn't kiss him back but I thought you should know. I don't want to have secrets from you.
Colin (to Zoe): He... he WHAT? He kissed you even after you turned him down?That... that... fucking ASSHOLE! I can't believe I went outta my way to be nice to that dick!
Zoe (to Colin): Colin, calm down... Shit. Maybe, I shouldn't have told you. I've never been in this type of situation before.
Colin (to Zoe): I'm sorry. I'm sorry... It just...What did he expect you were gonna do? Swoon and run off with him? I'm calming down... I'm TRYING to calm down. ... Sorry.
Zoe (to Colin): ... I didn't swoon or chase after him... I came straight here to you.
Colin (to Zoe): *I didn't...* I'm sorry. I didn't think you did. I really didn't. I'm just... I'm just really pissed off. I'm trying not to lose my temper.
Zoe (to Colin): I'm sorry, I'm an idiot. this was a mistake. I shouldn't have told you. It just took me by surprise. I mean, it was flattering & all...
Colin (to Zoe): Yeah. I'll bet.
Zoe (to Colin): What's that supposed to mean?
Colin (to Zoe): Nothing. Forget it. I TOLD you he liked you. I don't know why you kept insisting he didn't.
Zoe (to Colin): Maybe because I'm not interested in him. Did you think I was lying to you or something?
Colin (to Zoe): NO! Of course not! I don't think you're lying to me. But like EVERY girl in the school has the hots for him. And you sure talked a lot about how nice and cool he was... I'm... Ugh. I'm sorry. I'm being a jealous dickwad. Sorry I got upset.
Zoe (to Colin): I'm not like all the other girls, Colin. If I liked him I wouldn't be with you. And you ARE acting like a jealous dickwad... Which is kinda hot. And, so not the time for that... I should go.
Colin (to Zoe): Wait. It's kinda what?
Zoe (to Colin): You being all jealous is hot. I'm sorry. I said I wasn't going say that kinda stuff, anymore. And it's completely inappropriate... I should go before I say something else.
Colin (to Zoe): I... ha ha ha! I was NOT expecting you to say that. More like, Why are you such a DICK, Colin? You, um, you don't have to go. If you don't want to.
Zoe (to Colin): I'd like to stay a bit longer. Please don't be mad at me for telling you. I thought I was doing the right thing.
Colin (to Zoe): I'm not mad at you. It's not your fault you're awesome and smoking hot. I'm glad you told me. Really. I'd have been more upset if you didn't, I think. ...Even if I DID act like a total idiot. Hot or not. ;-)
Zoe (to Colin): ... God, I should go or I'm going to-- um, nevermind.
Colin (to Zoe): If you don't want... I mean, if you want to go home...
Zoe (to Colin): Colin, I want to be naked with you, right now... And, I know how you feel about that sort of thing. So, I should probably go.
Colin (to Zoe): Um, actually I, uh...
Robert (to Colin): Colin? Are you alright? Your Da and I heard you yelling up here.
Colin (to Zoe): Shit. (to Robert) I'm fine, Dad. I just... Zoe and I got into an argument over the phone.
Robert (to Colin): Oh. Are you alright?
Colin (to Robert): Yeah. We made up. I just... I kind of want to be alone right now.
Robert (to Colin): Alright. If you want to talk, though, we're downstairs. We won't mind if it's late.
Colin (to Robert): Yeah. OK. Thanks, Dad. Night.
Robert (to Colin): Good night, son of mine. We love you.
A few seconds later:
Zoe: Achoo! (to Colin) God, underneath your bed is really dusty.
Colin (to Zoe): Heh. Well, I wasn't planning a stuffing anyone under there, you know? Not alive. :-P I thought you'd left.
Zoe (to Colin): I probably should have. I don't want to get you in trouble.
Colin (to Zoe): Well, you didn't. You were super ninja. Lemme help you out.
Zoe (to Colin): Heh, I think you got all the dust off of me or do you just like touching me? ;-)
Colin (to Zoe): Oh... Um. Yeah. Sorry...
Zoe (to Colin): I don't mind. I like it when you touch me... Oh. Sorry.
Colin (to Zoe): I, um... I... Do you wanna stay for a while?
Zoe (to Colin): ... Do you want me to?
Colin (to Zoe): Yeah.
Zoe (to Colin): Oh... Well then, yes. I'd like that very much.
