THE BEAR.

You don't have to feel bad about it... we both said some horrible things to each other. Unresolved things? Like... what exactly? No. Why would I do that? Things are already awkward and tense between us. I don't need to make it worse. It's fine. I'm sure that everything will get swept under the rug.

That we did, but still...can't help but feel bad about it, you know? It's what happens when you have a heart and all that. I don't think I'm ready to talk about it, honestly? Uhm, maybe because he deserves to know? Especially if you two are friends. You do know that not everything can get swept under the rug, right?

Jeremy Allen White - The Bear Season 3

Dove: it’s been a hot second since I’ve been to New York. Spending most of my days in la now. Finally got my own apartment all set up. Who’d of thought I’d be doing adult shit?

"Well shit, I'm glad that you decided to pick me over sweats and reality tv." The ease of being able to talk to her without any real hesitation was nice. It was rare to find that kind of relationship whether it was platonic or not that came with such ease. Jeremy knew that the night was going to go well, and the reason behind that? It was because of how easy going it was to be with her. He just hoped that she felt the same way with him and they would eventually completely open themselves up to one another. He was open it all — that even meant talking about how chaotic parenthood was or how stressful it was having shared custody was.

Things ended between us pretty badly, Jer. Are you sure that you want to be there for me? Feels like there's a lot of unresolved things there and that would just make it so much more complicated. I'm sure you don't want to hear about the guy I slept with once we ended things pissing me off and making me feel like I did something wrong by accidentally telling his fiancée we slept together. It's a big ol' mess but I'll get over it.

I know that they did, and I can even begin to tell you how badly I feel about it. If I could I'd make it up to you. Listen, if I'm offering to be there for you then it means that I do...whether there's unresolved things there, I can't deny nor confirm that yet. Ahh, that sounds kind of complicated as hell. Oh he made you feel like you did something wrong? Did you voice that to him or?

Blue eyes stayed on the her as she looked back into the house, and he gave her a nod. "Thank you," he couldn't help but look away from her as she gave him the compliment. She wasn't the first person to tell him that cleaned up well, but there was something different about hearing it from her directly. "So, you basically get a little break tonight. I'll make sure that we have a good one then." If there was one thing that Jeremy knew, it was that having a child free night was rare once you had a child and had shared custody. It was nice to get out and enjoy a night with people if one could bare it, and he was quite proud that he was there with Hailey and ready to enjoy their night together.

i don't think that there is anything that can be done. you are talking to someone whose brain goes in a million and one directions. i think you should just go with it. you say that as if i'm not awake at that hour. maybe one day but i'm not going to hold my breath. casual works, a nice dinner in malibu sounds perfect. i already have the perfect dress in mind.

Oh, I'm the same way most of the time too. It can be a real mess in my own brain. Just go with the flow? Alright, I'll be doing that then. You're awake at that hour? Why aren't you sleeping at that time? Well hey, as long as you introduce a good guy into your life then you won't have to really deal with his mess. Oh yeah? Can't wait to see it on you.

sounds like a double edged sword, doesn't it? i think it is probably easier to be positive but its harder. even if it does, you can let me know. it doesn't matter if it's via a phone call or a text. he really does love to rage bait and i don't get it. sounds good but i just ask, that you let me know what i should wear. are we talking casual or dressy? something?

It does, but you know, what can one do about it. Easy to be positive but harder? How does that work? Ohh, alright then I'll be doing just that and I hope you're ready to possibly get a text from me at like 4am. You and I both, but maybe one day he'll realize it's not worth it. We can do something causal. Was thinking going to a nice restaurant in Malibu where we'll have a great view and great food?

you were told that? i guess that can be right but who knows? please, seriously, if you remember then circle back. i feel like everyone, at this point, has heard about him. that is very much appreciated! jeremy, you took me by surprise, is all! don't mess with me, i do want to go on a date with you.

I was, but of course, I've also heard that if you keep them high you can be disappointed. But, it's all about being positive I think. You got it, hopefully it doesn't take me forever to get back to. It's kind of hard not to when he's constantly going on Instagram to rage bait. Got it, okay. Yeah? Alright then, guess I'll make my way to LA.

i will! no need to set the bar that high. it can get you into trouble? what does that mean? i guess most people hate it but it can't be helped. that whole speech of you know single mother, my ex is a bit much. um.....yes? i do?

I feel like keeping the exceptions high can mean that only good things happen...or so that's what I've been told before. You know, I sort of lost my train of thought on that, but if I remember then I'll circle it back. I've heard plenty about your ex, and I'll say that you don't deserve the things you've been through. Ohh, that doesn't sound too assuring.

i don't know if i believe you but i'll just leave that alone, for now. no promises about later! i guess that makes sense but i don't think it can be helped? you are only human, babe. i would not be opposed to one but should i give you the speech? the i'm recently divorced and single mother who is a mess, speech?

ohh, okay. leave it at that if you wish. no high exceptions then. Being human can get me in trouble. Being only human is not ideal, I guess. Many people hate it. What speech are you talking about? Ohh that one? Been there done that. Still wanna see me?

yes! what have you been cooking in your head? we can go with my what i came up with. i think you can hide what you feel with what you do for work? i feel like i can't say that i don't want to be friends but are you saying you want something that isn't friendship?

In my head? A lot of stuff has been cooking up, but nothing too interesting I must admit. Sure, but there are times when I let myself be vulnerable. And more than I want shows. What if I asked you out on a date? Would you be opposed?

i won't worry about it, promise. maybe it just shows that i am talented and not that you are predictable. it would be a weird thing to be mad at? so does this mean that we are friends, at this point?

Alright good! You know what, I like that better than what I've got cooking in my head. So we can go with that. Well yeah, but also I'd just be worried about how easily people can read me. Yeah, I think so. Unless you don't want to be friends.