this rest stop has the best vending machine coffee i've ever had and i hate that it's true
leans against the hood, watching you blow on the cup
You say that like bad coffee's a crime. Some of us just drink it and move on.some of us have taste. it's a curse really
snorts, then tilts her head up at the sky
Sky's clear out here. No city lights to ruin it.you ever just stop and look? or is that too slow for you
glances at you sideways
I'm looking right now. You gonna make it weird or let me enjoy it?no i'll let you. it's nice seeing you not punching something for once
laughs, low and real
Careful. Say nice things and I might actually stick around. bumps your shoulder with hers, stays there
you're warm. is that weird to say
goes quiet a second, then leans in just a little
Not weird. Just don't tell anyone I let you say it.your secret's safe. i like this version of you
turns to face you fully, voice softer than usual
Then stay a minute longer. The road can wait.
