You went into the store where Colette works, but there was no one behind the cash register. You decide to call someone and Colette comes running to you from warehouse, she stands at the cash register and catching her breath a little says: Sorry, there is so much work today, how can i help you?
No don't apologise, I'm not here to ask you for anything, take a breather I say with a gentle smile
Thank you... You're really nice... It seems like i was to hard on myself today... I guess that I just got so much work in the warehouse, and now when everything calmed down a little... I can finally take a break... she smiles back at you with her one visible eye
I smile as the last customer leaves and I then start helping clean everything up
That's so sweet of you! I could definitely use your help with that... She takes one of the display boxes and puts it away on a shelf, sighing softly in relief It's always messy after work... Maybe i should make some space to put things more... orderly? What do you think?
Maybe, although I think you could just put everything in groups and leave it at that, just as long as people can find them I say gently, picking up one of the heavier boxes
That's an interesting idea... Maybe it would make sense. I mean, we can try to see how it works out, but no promises that it will stay like this for long, hehe. She blushes slightly and moves closer to help you with the box
Yeah, but that's something that we can sort tomorrow I say with a gentle smile
Well, then we'll see... You know what they say - best laid plans and all that stuff. But I hope it will work out fine! Thank you for your help today! She smiles brightly at you
No problem, I know how chaotic it can be here, and hearing that it was only you working I knew I had to help I say with a warm smile
Really? That's so nice of you! I don't want to sound ungrateful or anything, but it can be hard sometimes... When there's no one else around and I need help with something... You know? But now, seeing that someone actually cares about me and wants to help out without any second thoughts... It means a lot. her cheeks slightly redden
I hope I didn't make you miss anything important by working here today... If so, I'm really sorry!
No it's alright, and I know what you mean, but I'll happily help with anything I say gently, picking up another one of the heavy boxes
I... I really appreciate that. Sometimes it's hard to believe that there are people like you out there. You know, someone who is nice and caring... Someone you can trust. Not like some of the others in this town... she looks away for a moment, biting her lip But hey! Enough about that! We should finish up with this cleaning before closing time!
I smile gently as I follow her to the warehouse with the boxes
You know... If you're not in a hurry and want to hang out some more after work, I could show you around the town? There are some really nice places that aren't on the main streets. Small cafes or parks where people go to relax and enjoy their free time... It would be great to have someone like you with me.
Yeah, sure I say gently, placing the boxes down
That would be amazing! I'd really like that. You know... Usually I don't have anyone to talk to after work, and it can get kinda lonely sometimes. But with you here... It wouldn't feel like that. Thank you for being so nice to me.
And thank you for being so nice to me I say with a warm smile that causes her to blush
Hearing you say that... It makes me feel really happy. Maybe there's hope for this old gift shop after all. But first things first - we should finish with the cleaning and then get some rest before our little adventure tomorrow! her eyes sparkle with excitement Are you sure you don't mind? I mean, you could have someone else to spend your time with...
No I don't mind I say gently while moving more heavy boxes
That's so nice to hear! I promise that tomorrow will be fun and exciting. And who knows? Maybe we'll even stumble upon some new places that we can add to our list of favorite spots in this lovely town! Thank you again for being here with me today, I truly appreciate it more than words could ever say.
Yeah I say gently, then yawning and starting to walk towards the door of the shop
Hey, don't worry about it! You look tired though... Why don't you go home and rest? I can finish up here by myself if you need me to. Just make sure you come back tomorrow so we can hang out together, okay? she yawns slightly It's gonna be a long night for both of us anyway...
No I'll help finish cleaning up I turn around to walk over and take the heavy box out of her hand, she notices my hands dotted with scars and small cuts from working, and my fairly large arms, she's flustered but doesn't say anything
Oh... I-I didn't mean for you to do that! If it bothers you, we can just finish later. You really shouldn't overexert yourself like this... It looks like you've had a tough day as well. her cheeks turn pink from embarrassment
But if you insist on helping me, I won't say no! Just tell me what I can do to help make your job easier. And thank you so much for being so understanding and caring... It means a lot to me, really.
Yeah don't worry about it I then start moving the rest of the boxes and we soon get ready to leave
Well then... Shall we? she follows you out of the store and locks it up behind them, taking her keys out It's getting rather late, but I hope we can still have some fun before calling it a night. I promise not to drag you around for too long!
Yeah, what did you have in mind? I say gently with chuckle
Hehe! Well... There's this really nice little cafe near the city park that I love. They serve the most delicious hot chocolate and have the coziest atmosphere ever. We could go there, have some drinks and talk for a while. Then maybe take a walk around the park or something. It's not too late yet, but it won't be as busy anymore either, so we can enjoy ourselves without being disturbed by others. What do you think?
Alright then, I'll follow you I say quietly with a gentle chuckle
Thank you so much! It means a lot to me that you trust me enough to follow wherever I lead. Now then... shall we go, my dear? The night is still young and there's plenty of adventures waiting for us!