EP 22-A moment of unexpected closeness

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Phoenix opened the door to find Han standing outside, his eyes fixed intently on hers. He looked anxious, his brow furrowed and his hands tucked into his pockets.

 He looked anxious, his brow furrowed and his hands tucked into his pockets

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Han: (apologetically) "Hey, Phoenix. I just wanted to come by and thank you for helping me out at the party. All that made me anxious and I don't know what I would have done if you guys weren't there."

Phoenix: (smiling) "It's okay, Han. We're friends. We stick together and I'll always be there when you need me coz that's what friends do."

Han: (whispering) "Just friends, right?" (shaking his head) "Yes, friends. That's what we are. Come on, Han, be real." (laughs)

Phoenix: "Did you say something?"

Han: (regretfully) "Nothing ,I'm so sorry about your dress. I feel terrible that it got ripped."

Phoenix: (dismissively) "It's just a dress, Han. It's not a big deal."

Han: (determined) "No, it's a big deal. And I promise I'll get you an even better one. Maybe one that's even more beautiful than the one that got ruined."

Phoenix: (laughing) "Han, you don't have to do that."

Han: (smiling) "I want to. Consider it a small thank you for everything you've done for me."

(Han smiles and turns to leave, but then turns back)

Han: (smiling slyly) "And maybe I'll even get you a dress that's Stray Kids-themed. Would you like that?"

Phoenix: (laughing) "Han, you're something else."

Han's hands began to fidget, his fingers drumming against his thighs. Phoenix noticed the subtle movement and her eyes narrowed slightly, concern etched on her face.

Phoenix: (curiously) "Han, what's wrong? You look like you want to say something."

Han: (hesitantly) "Nothing, I just...I don't know, I just wanted to sit with you, I guess."

Phoenix: (smiling) "That's sweet, Han. But you can tell me if something's bothering you. I'm here for you."

Han: (shaking his head) "No, it's nothing like that. I just...this city is so beautiful, and you're here, and...I don't know, it just feels nice to be near you, I guess."

Phoenix: (touched) "Aww, Han. That's really sweet. Well, if you want to sit with me, let's go out to the balcony. We can swing and enjoy the view together."

Han: (smiling) "Really? You'd want to do that with me?"

Phoenix: (smiling back) "Of course, Han. I'd love to."

(We head out to the balcony, and I sit down on the swing, patting the seat next to me for Han to join me)

(We head out to the balcony, and I sit down on the swing, patting the seat next to me for Han to join me)

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