#log: 02

Rachel

The haircut suits you. [ a beat ] Not that you looked hideous with long hair. [ another ] I actually assume you've never looked hideous in your entire life.

Quinn

I did go through an awkward period during puberty. [ a beat ] Thanks. I feel more myself since I chopped it all off. [ another ] You came back.

Rachel

Mhmm. Your cautious optimism paid off, Quinn.As did your "apparent" caterpillar rough patch if this is the end result of your metamorphosis. PS. I liked the video.

Quinn

I'm really glad you think so. You weren't embarrassed for me? I literally cringe whenever somebody brings it up.

Rachel

I actually found you spouting off facts like an encyclopedia quite cute. 😝  Also, conviction in a cause can be attractive.

Quinn

I don't suppose you have any adorable embarrassing stories to share? Like you said -- tit for tat.

Rachel

Of course not. After all I did tell you I'm practically perfect in every way.

Quinn

Oh, come on. There's got to be one crack in all that perfection.

Rachel

Nope. I've been a tiny adult since birth.

Quinn

Drinking black coffee and discussing current events around the playpen?

Rachel

Playpen? Please. I was too well-mannered to need a contraption like that in the first place.

Quinn

Of course. What was I thinking? You've been working in an office since you were old enough to walk, surely. Tell me then, how does such a well-behaved tiny adult become a boarder?

Rachel

Mid-life crisis.

Quinn

Does that mean you're currently in your golden years?

Rachel

Truly you shouldn't waste your time getting to know me when I'm just withering away.

Quinn

I think I'll risk it. Retirement treating you well?

Rachel

It's very rewarding. [ a beat ] 🤓 

Quinn

Well, it's good to keep busy, at your age. Keeps the mind young and active.

Rachel

Do you usually spend your nights editing videos?

Quinn

Not all of them. Sometimes I film. [ a beat ] 😉  Why do you ask?

Rachel

Curious minds want to know if you perhaps have a free night open any time soon...

Quinn

Did you want to talk to me about 401ks? [ a beat ] I'm free tomorrow night, but I'm pretty flexible if that doesn't work for you.

Rachel

And investment opportunities. 😉  That should work. I'll probably be locking up around 8. Drinks?

Quinn

Sidecars? After 8 works for me.

Rachel

We can go out for sidecars, but only if you're willing to carry me home. And not just because I'm old and feeble. Because sidecars knock me on my ass. Do you know Sparrow Bar?

Quinn

Deal. And don't, but google does.

Rachel

Would you like to be a gentlewoman and pick me up?

Quinn

Absolutely, I am nothing if not a gentlewoman. And it'll give me a chance to check out your shop.

Rachel

Oh. Well if you come at 8 you'll get a private tour. Hours end at 7pm.

Quinn

Then I will be there at 8. Hopefully, you’ll recognize me.

Rachel

I don't believe you're this type of person, but a private tour will be exactly. An actual tour. It won't be ending at my office with some lame cliche of this is where the magic can happen.

Quinn

I have no expectation beyond getting to know you, Rachel. And your store. I'm a gentlewoman, remember? Though I must admit now I'm super curious to see this office of yours. 😉 

Rachel

Well now I worry that I've set your expectation bar too high. It's your normal office. A desk. A chair. A couch. But I'll see you at 8 tomorrow. Just message when you're outside. [ Rachel's # ]

Quinn