[it didn't seem like a bump in the road would be much of one. they would move past it easily. mostly because it was evident what they both wanted, how they wouldn't let negativity dampen their moods.
similarly, Maria didn't feel awkward with Vander. it was why she had gravitated towards him. they had quickly caught on to each other, even at that first meeting. not that she had thought much about much more than a budding friendship at most. hard to consider more when the poor man had been vomiting like he had. perhaps it was why they didn't feel so awkward. she'd truly seen him at a low point and hadn't been phased.] Again, don't threaten me with a good time, Vander.
[she considers it.] If it's one I do take on then I'm badgering you next.
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similarly, Maria didn't feel awkward with Vander. it was why she had gravitated towards him. they had quickly caught on to each other, even at that first meeting. not that she had thought much about much more than a budding friendship at most. hard to consider more when the poor man had been vomiting like he had. perhaps it was why they didn't feel so awkward. she'd truly seen him at a low point and hadn't been phased.] Again, don't threaten me with a good time, Vander.
[she considers it.] If it's one I do take on then I'm badgering you next.