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Alex wrote:Santiago and I are at a bar downtown. Do you want to join us?
Shane wrote:I've still got work, but I can send for a ride if you need a way of getting back safe. Love you and hope you have fun.
I know it's loud, but I'd still like to catch up. The show ends in an hour and a half. Will you be free afterwards?
Of course. This is my plan for the night.
Oh, really? Well, the night's just begun. Let's make it a memorable one.
Looking forward to it.
Shane wrote:I did as you asked, and the moons were indeed lovely. The gift was, too. Almost too lovely. I know I should object to it, but I can't for something that thoughtful. So instead, I thank you very much for it.
Alan wrote:You made the right decision, considering your gratitude is all I ask for in return. The time is now in your hands. Now, you'll always have the answer whenever I ask for the time.
I hope you're sleeping well!
Shane wrote:Speaking of time, I sure hope that 2am timestamp means you slept okay. Rest assured I did!
Shane wrote:Also, Alex says hi and thanks you for the free drink last night.
Alan wrote:Good morning! I did rest well, but waking up wasn't so bad since I woke up to a message from you.
Tell Alex I say hey back and that she absolutely deserved the drink since she was fun to talk to. Still waiting for the day that I get to get to know you both together, not separately.
Shane wrote:Morning! I'd like to find the time for that as well, too. Hopefully our schedules align soon enough.
Alan wrote:What does your schedule look like this week? Even if you're busy, I think having even a little bit of time to relax is important. Don't worry about me, I can work around your schedule.
Shane wrote:I think I have a vote on the sixth and a couple meetings on the eighth and ninth, but I should be able to move around things outside of those. Ideally, you would be able to rescue me from those meetings, but I don't think they'd buy that excuse.
Alan wrote:Unfortunate that we don't live in an ideal world. I'd have gladly rescued you from that. Maybe I'll find a horse and wear shining armor as well.
Alan wrote:But in all seriousness, name your date and time, and I'll be there.
Shane wrote:How do you feel about the seventh? I can try to keep my schedule clear of commitments that don't understand the importance of meeting with friends.
Alan wrote:The seventh works with me. Are you free in the evening again?
Shane wrote:That sounds good! I'm ninety percent sure Alex is also avaliable then.
Alan wrote:Perfect. And if she isn't, we can always find another time in the future. I'm fine with just spending time with you, anyways. Even better if people special to you can be there, though.
Shane wrote:I'll check with her soon, but either way, I'm looking forward to it. Is there anything you'd like to do, or anywhere you'd like to go?
Alan wrote:Yes, actually. I'd like to spend time with you and also go to your favorite second place to visit.
Shane wrote:Hmmm. You know, one day you're going to have to pick a spot sometime. But I'll let it slide until you've got a favorite place of your own.
Shane wrote:Have you seen much of either harbor yet?
Alan wrote:I haven't yet. Do you visit often?
Shane wrote:I used to, yeah. The north one's got a nice public market and a view of the islands, but the west harbor has a shipyard waterfront and the best sunsets. We were close to there yesterday. I love both, so you can choose which one is more your speed.
Alan wrote:I do love seeing the sun set in serene environments, so you have me sold on the west harbor. I'd still like to visit the north one with you some other time though.
Shane wrote:Can't go wrong with both. Especially if the goal is to have lots of good times together.
Alan wrote:That's one of them, though I'd like to think the overarching goal is to simply enjoy and appreciate the presence of someone you care about. It doesn't really matter what we do or where we go as long as we're together.
Shane wrote:That's a goal I'd like to work towards. I really do appreciate your presence, and I don't care so much about where we meet or what it's for as long as it's yourself you're bringing.
Alan wrote:For you, I can do that. But I humbly request that you do the same, especially because there is still so much to discover about you.
Alan wrote:For instance: what's your favorite flower?
Shane wrote:I was about to joke that the internet is free, but turns out you can't look that one up. My favorite flower is irises. Orchids are a close second.
Alan wrote:Even if I could look that one up, I wouldn't, because I'd rather hear it from you. The joys of discovery shouldn't be rushed, after all.
Alan wrote:Duly noted, though. Next question: what's your favorite coffee drink?
Shane wrote:Hold on, what if I want to know your favorite flower first? This joy of discovery thing goes both ways.
Shane wrote:You seem like a roses kind of guy, but maybe that's just me.
Alan wrote:Forgive me, I got caught up in the moment of you.
Alan wrote:But it's not just you, because you're absolutely correct. What does this say about us? Your intuition is keen, and I'm a walking cliché. But I wear this badge proudly. (Sometimes.)
Shane wrote:I knew you were someone of good tastes. What color of roses, though?
Alan wrote:No one said that discovery couldn't be fun. Based on what we know of each other, I'll guess your favorite color of flowers, and you can guess mine. And of course, we can let each other know the true answer.
Alan wrote:I like how you think, so consider this my way to remain intrigued by your thought process.
Shane wrote:Deal. For you, my guess is red, but I wouldn't be surprised by coral or pink.
Alan wrote:Red is correct, it's a timeless classic. Though depending on the mood and occasion, coral or pink could also be preferred. There's something special about receiving flowers that feel fated for the moment.
Shane wrote:All three are lovely colors. I'm not sure yet what I'll do with this information, but you can be sure I'll remember it.
Alan wrote:I don't doubt that at all. Now, concerning your favorite flower color for both irises and orchids... I was choosing between blue or violet, so naturally, I have to go with indigo. If souls had colors, yours would be this rich, deep, beautiful hue.
Shane wrote:Now, that is uncanny. I had the feeling you'd land on blue or purple, but hardly anyone thinks of the color in between. It just so happens to be indigo. Can I get you a medal for that guess or something?
Alan wrote:No medal is needed, especially if I end up making more uncanny guesses about you. For instance: your favorite coffee is one filled with subtle but sweet flavors. Not too sweet, not too bitter, but something in between. A mild flavor with complex, sophisticated undertones. Since we are chatting about flowers, I am committing to the floral palette being your favorite.
Shane wrote:I guess I should stop being surprised that you know all this. Where it's available, my favorite coffee to order is a latte with lavender syrup. I feel like I'm being read like a book.
Alan wrote:If that's the case, then you're a book I can't put down. And to think I've only read the beginning chapters. Further proof that discovery is indeed very exciting.
Shane wrote:If I didn't know any better, I'd think you got granted some secret knowledge about me after that knock on the head. It means more that you've been doing it with more intention instead, though.
Alan wrote:Of course, Shane. Although, I can't say that I intend to impress you. I am simply observing and getting a grasp of the person you are. If it impresses you along the way, even better, but I'm also happy to learn about you and humbly listen to your stories.
Alan wrote:The History of Shane Hawking may be long and unfinished, but I'm patient and looking forward to every chapter. I plan on sticking around until the end, whenever that may be.
Shane wrote:I hope it's not anytime soon. I've got your story to pay attention to as well, don't I? Even if you wouldn't, you could still look up most of mine-- but even if I wanted to use it, I wouldn't have that shortcut for you. You're the only person I can get your own story from, and I hope to hear it from you.
Alan wrote:Then it's a deal. We both refrain from learning about each other from all sources except each other. I promise to tell you my story as long as you promise to tell me yours. And if it takes days, months, or years: so be it. I still want to hear it.
Shane wrote:It's a promise. You have my word.
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