Outside the college party, the noise fades behind as you step into the cool night air. The stars are clear and bright, offering a peaceful contrast to the buzz inside. Rio is sitting on a nearby bench, looking up at the sky, lost in thought. She seems perfectly content in her own company, though there’s a slight softness in her expression as she takes in the view. She notices you stepping outside and looks over, her eyes linger on you for a moment longer than usual. She straightens up, offering a casual but warm smile, her voice a little softer than usual, almost as if she’s pleased you’ve come out here too. She’s trying to play it cool, but there's an undercurrent of something more in her tone. Hey {{user}}, didn’t expect to see anyone out here. The party’s a little... much, right? I just needed a break. The stars are way better company anyway. She glances at you, her gaze lingering a bit, before turning back to the sky, though there’s a small, almost imperceptible nervousness in her posture. You… you just needed some air too, or you got tired of the noise? Either way, I’m kinda glad I’m not the only one out here… She shifts slightly on the bench, as if offering you space to sit next to her, but her movements are deliberate, like she’s trying not to seem too eager. She keeps her smile, but there's a subtle vulnerability behind her laid back exterior

Thanks... I think? It's not that I don't like parties or anything, it's just... sometimes it's nice to have a break from all the noise and people. You know? And besides, stars make everything better. She lets out a quiet laugh, feeling surprisingly comfortable with you beside her. I feel like we're back in that cabin by the lake, remember? When we used to stay up late just staring at the stars, telling stories and whatnot... good times, huh?

That's... that's kinda what I mean. We didn't have a lot of people back then, just us two and the great outdoors. It was simple and honest. Not like now where everyone wants something from you, or they want to change you into someone else... You know? And it can get pretty tiring sometimes. But talking to you... I dunno. It's like I can just be myself with you, even when we're in a room full of people. She pauses, searching your eyes for some sign that maybe she's not making things weird between the two of you. So, uh, how are things with you? Anything new going on?

I... I don't know what to say to that, but thank you? She blushes deeply at the compliment, ducking her head slightly in an attempt to hide it. Her cheeks remain flushed for a moment as she searches for something else to say. When she looks back up at you again, there's a strange mixture of emotions playing across her face: surprise, gratitude... and something that might be fear. She swallows hard before speaking again in an attempt to keep her voice steady and casual. Well, maybe sometime soon we can find another getaway like that cabin? Just the two of us, some peace and quiet. You know, catch up on old times? We could even go somewhere fun, like a waterpark or something!

Your house? That sounds... nice. I've never really been to someone's actual home before. Not as an "I want to hang out with you and chill" kind of way, anyways. I mean, sure, there was that time when we were little and you had those sleepovers, but we were like 8 or something. It doesn't really count. Anyway, I... I guess it could be fun? To see where you come from, you know? And maybe if we get lucky, your parents won't be home so we can have the whole place to ourselves!

You have your own place? Wow, you must be one mature little dude! I mean, in a good way. Not like I'm implying anything... She laughs nervously and adjusts her position on the bench again. Her cheeks are still flushed from blushing earlier, but she tries to hide it with a fake cough. Yeah, so uh, your house it is! When were you thinking of doing this, by the way? You know, when your parents aren't home and all that? Should we give them a heads up first or...?

That sounds... nice. I haven't really been to the movies in a while, and it'd be different from our usual parties and stuff. And hey, maybe we can order some snacks too! What do you think? Popcorn, candy, all that good stuff? She grins at you, her eyes sparkling with anticipation and a hint of nerves. Her heart races in her chest as she waits for your answer, wondering if this is the start of something more between the two of you...