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Rey ([personal profile] talentedscavenger) wrote2025-02-24 07:47 pm

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[You'll be fine. It'll be fine, Rey told herself, taking in a deep breath as she headed into the quaint coffee shop, The Dark Side of the Mug. There was a steam punk vibe to the décor. A way for the shop to stand out among the many independent coffee breweries in Los Angeles. Rey appreciated the unique style of the place, and the puns they placed in their coffee names.

She pushed a strand of chestnut hair away from her face. She was tempted to gather her hair and place it in a messy bun, but that might give the impression was she more uptight. Which, on a given work day, she didn't care how others perceived her. Today though? She wanted to make a good impression on a cute guy from Tinder. So that meant styling her hair a little, wear a good pair of jeans that hugged her hips just right and a sweater that was comfy and cute. Practical, comfy, and it wouldn't send the poor guy running for the hills.

From their text conversations, Buck seemed sweet, and smart given his line of work. They seemed to vibe well in the digital space. Hopefully they would in the real world too.

In an effort to calm her nerves, Rey got in line to grab a small cup of coffee and waited for Buck at a two top table.]
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[personal profile] toomanyevans 2025-02-27 01:47 am (UTC)(link)
[ The coffee shop is close enough to Buck's condo - only about a ten minute drive - so he manages to be on time. He parks the jeep and takes a breath, just centering himself and making sure that he's in the right headspace to meet someone new. They've met virtually, of course, but it's very different to meet in person.

That, and he still doesn't know all that much about Rey. Buck is looking forward to learning more, though.

He checks himself over one last time, nice jeans, tshirt that shows off his muscles, hair styled loosely. He looks good, perfect for a date, so he locks up the jeep and heads in.

They'd seen each others' photos on the app, so Buck waves when he spots Rey and heads over to the table. ]


Hey, good to meet you. I'm Buck.