Love & Where to Find It (2021)

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Morning.

What time is it?

6:15.

Ugh.

How do you do it every day?

Early bird gets the worm.

I don't think you've been late

a day in your life.

There was one time

in grade school.

I remember.

There was a huge storm.

Everyone was late.

You were still earlier

than all of us.

I had to wake my mom up

and drag her out of bed.

Some things never change.

Only now you're waking me up.

Someone has to.

Hmm.

Can't keep falling asleep

on the couch.

There's a perfectly comfortable

bed in your room.

I know.

But I can't sleep.

I'm too lovesick.

We need to get you over

this guy.

It's been two months.

You need to get back out there.

The world is in serious

Ava withdrawal.

I doubt that.

It's true.

You're such a fun

and bubbly person.

Who doesn't want that

in their life?

I don't feel very bubbly.

I feel, what's the opposite

of bubbly?

Flat, I guess.

Still.

I feel still.

That's just what it's like

after a breakup.

It'll get better.

I have to run.

Those beans won't

grind themselves.

Even if they would,

you wouldn't let them.

What can I say?

I'm a control freak.

See you at 8:00?

Yeah. At 8:00.

When normal people go to work.

Very funny.

Love you.

Love you more.

Hi, nice to see you.

Oh!

I am so sorry. I...

No, it was my fault.

No, cinnamon rolls today

I guess.

Can't you just make some more?

The dough needs to be

refrigerated overnight.

They look good, though.

Oh, my gosh.

I'm so sorry.

It's all over your shirt.

No, I am sorry.

I spilled coffee

all over your jacket.

Definitely doesn't look as good

and probably is a lot harder

to get out.

It's all right.

I have another jacket

in my shop.

And I can take care of this,

no problem.

At least someone will be

enjoying a taste

of my cinnamon rolls today.

Is there anything I can,

I can help you with.

Oh, it's fine.

These can go right in the trash.

So, where do you work?

I'm just across the street

at Kismet Cafe.

I'd offer you a dessert

on the house,

but I'm going to have to rush

to make more.

I'd offer to help you make

some more,

but that would probably

do more harm than good.

I cannot bake to save my life.

Don't worry about it.

I'm Lena by the way.

Maybe I'll see you around.

Jonah. And yes.

And again, I am so sorry

about spilling all the coffee

on your jacket, I...

No problem.

Just the universe reminding me

to have my morning coffee.

The electrical

contractor called,

he won't be in until

tomorrow morning,

and there's some question

about whether the shipping doors

should pull in, push out.

My instinct with shipping doors

is always to pull.

Is there anything else?

There's a question about

what's on your shirt.

Oh.

I bumped into somebody

on the street.

She was carrying cinnamon rolls.

That'll do it.

So, are we still on schedule?

Set to open tomorrow afternoon.

That's great, you know.

People are going to be really

excited that we're here.

This is Highland Park.

The minute the neighborhood

hears they'll be lining up

to protest the big bad chain

store that ruins the vibe.

Ah, but that's just for show.

People can't help but resist

our large open spaces,

speedy checkout lines

and comfortable armchairs.

And not to mention

our internationally renowned

pumpkin spice latte.

You gotta play the long game.

It's just the hating us

at the beginning part

that always gets to me.

But you're right.

We always get their business

in the end.

Come on.

Morning sleepyhead.

Morning.

Mmm, smells so good.

What is that?

The scone of the day

is coconut lavender.

Where do you come up

with this stuff.

Flavor combinations

just come to me.

It's a gift.

It seriously is.

I can't even make

pre-made cookie dough

without setting the oven

on fire.

Oh.

I perfected a new piece.

For you.

Why do you do this to me?

Oh, I never want to drink it.

It tastes as good as it looks.

All right.

Here goes.

Sorry Mr. Swan.

Mm. So good.

Like, so, so good.

It's our new homemade

organic lavender syrup

for our lattes to go

with the scone of the day.

You're the best.

I do what I can.

Now if only I could convince you

to go on some dates.

Then I'd really be super woman.

I wouldn't know where to start.

I never meet any eligible men.

That's why you need

to go on the apps.

The last time I did that,

the guy lived like an hour away.

What's the point?

The point is love.

You're the romantic.

You should know that better

than anyone.

Besides, I saw an ad for one

that's based on proximity.

You could join that.

What about you?

You know I'm too focused

on the business right now.

I want to sell my baked goods

in stores,

that's the real dream.

Until I get to that,

a man will have to wait.

Just join the app.

What's the worst

that could happen?

Good morning, guys.

- Hey.

- Hi.

The usual?

He's like my dad's age.

Nope.

Not your style.

Is that anyone's style?

My grandma used to say

there's a lid for every pot.

Well... that is certainly

not my lid.

OMG...

You know, why am I doing this?

The real question is why do guys

post pictures like this?

Gratuitous mirror selfies

are basically the reason

I don't date online.

They're the reason I don't date,

period.

I think I'm done.

Wait a second.

This guy looks good.

Oh, he's cute.

I guess so.

Keep scrolling.

He has friends,

that's a good sign.

Aw, he's goofy.

That's good for you.

Too good.

Keep going.

He's an extrovert like you.

Okay, so maybe he has

a good personality.

What if we have nothing

in common?

He had a picture at the beach.

You love the beach.

Who doesn't love the beach?

I could take it or leave it

to be honest.

More of a pool girl.

He had a picture of brunch.

You love brunch.

Again, who doesn't love brunch?

Personally, I think it's

the lesser of all meals.

Dinner.

That's where food

can really shine.

Just keep scrolling.

Okay.

You love this band.

Weren't you at this

exact concert?

Give me that.

I knew you were going to find

someone on here.

He's perfect for you.

Whew. I just got nervous.

Why?

His profile is everything

that I want.

We have similar interests

and hobbies,

he's really handsome.

Whew.

Relax.

It's okay.

Just message him.

You have to do it for me.

What? No!

Do you want me to find love

or not?

I'm not good at this stuff.

Never have been, never will be.

I don't want to screw it up.

You just have to be yourself.

There's no way you could ruin

anything by doing that.

Lena, please.

Can't you just be me for me?

Fine.

But just for now.

We'll start off with a like.

See? That wasn't so hard.

Thank you.

Walk, hmm.

Seems like everything's

on track.

Yeah, it's looking good.

I think I'm in love.

What? With who?

I've never met her.

I barely know anything about her

and I basically only know

her name.

Sounds promising.

Wow.

She's cute.

She's more than cute.

And she's into all

the same things I'm into.

I never meet women like this

in real life

let alone on a dating site.

What if you meet her and she's

not who she says she is?

I usually have good intuition

about these things.

Okay. So what are you

going to do?

The question is what are you

going to do?

Okay, you lost me.

I just got out of a long-term

relationship.

I don't know what dating's

like these days.

I wouldn't even know

where to start.

Nah, you're a people person.

You got this, you don't need me.

Yes, I do.

You're a wordsmith,

you're charming.

I have the in-person swagger

but I'm not good at messaging,

you know that.

Your jokes don't translate well

through text.

See? But in person

they're great.

You know what I'm saying.

You gotta do this for me.

She could be the one.

Okay.

But only because you've been

such a great friend to me.

Thank you.

Um, let's see.

It's all about making

a good first impression.

Okay, okay.

Let me think.

You both like Midnight Park,

right?

What are some of their most

popular songs?

I'd say...

Avenue of Dreams was one

of my favorites

but most people know Holidays.

Okay.

"Holidays or Avenue of Dreams?

"There is a right answer,

don't let me down."

What's the right answer?

There isn't one, I'm just

messing around.

See, this is what I mean.

I would never have thought

to use that as an icebreaker.

I probably would've

just said hey.

You gotta put in some effort.

Show them that you read

their profile

and that you're interested.

You're a natural at this.

You should put yourself

out there.

Ah, work is my love.

I'll just live vicariously

through you and these messages.

Works for me.

Take me to the finish line,

coach.

I'll get you a date.

Perfect. I can take it

from there.

I know you can.

Thank you.

That was amazing.

Walker has sent a message.

Yay, what did he say?

Hmm, something about

my favorite band.

Why aren't you more excited

about this?

I don't know.

His message said

"there is a right answer."

Oh, he's just teasing.

Don't take it so seriously.

I like it when a guy

just says hey.

No bells and whistles,

simple and to the point.

I think you're the only woman

in the world who likes that.

That shows no effort

and makes starting a

conversation nearly impossible.

This message is good.

It's engaging.

What are you going to say back?

What are you going to say back?

You said you'd help me,

remember?

Right. Of course.

But just the initial messages.

Otherwise it's weird.

I know. I know.

Now, what's your favorite?

Holidays is the easy answer

but that's also their most

well-known song.

I think Avenue of Dreams

is underrated.

Okay.

What are you doing?

Looking up a lyric

from the song.

Ooh, nice touch.

Ah. "You're my dream girl,

the only one in the world.

"My north star,

shining along the avenue."

Romantic.

And that's my favorite lyric.

Perfect.

You don't let me down.

Winky face, send.

I thought it was very clever.

I think you were very clever

with it.

I wonder what he's going

to respond.

This is becoming a Vic?

Looks like it.

What a nightmare.

It's fine.

It has nothing to do with us.

It's big, impersonal,

their coffee's mass produced.

But they're cheaper.

They don't have the quality

or the atmosphere that we do.

But you can order ahead online

and have your drink waiting

for you.

But we have the best

customer service.

Why would you want

to order online

when you can have a lovely chat

with your friendly barista?

I don't want to be a downer,

but they could put us

out of business.

That's ridiculous.

We're a staple in

the neighborhood.

We'll do a fun after-hours event

if it'll make you feel better.

Get all our regulars in,

remind them how much

they love us.

How you doing buddy?

I don't know why you made me

do this.

I prefer to get my exercise

doing fun things.

Yeah, but you're not going

to get in shape

playing beach volleyball.

That only hits so many muscles.

What's up?

She responded.

Oh.

Let me see.

Hey.

Where do you think you're going?

You said you'd get me to a date

and then I'd take over.

Yeah. But at least stay

and give me your two cents.

I have to rest.

Well we're just warming up.

I'm going to go try some yoga.

Have fun Don Juan.

Make me look good.

Good choice.

I know you're a true fan because

you chose the lesser known song.

- What else are you a fan of?

- What else are you a fan of?

I'm always a fan

of the underdog.

Not just with songs.

In elementary school,

I started a club

with some friends.

Our mission was to protect

this one boy

who got teased all the time.

Glad to know you stop bullies

in their tracks.

Poor kid.

I bet he's super successful now.

The ones who were picked on

usually make it out the other

side stronger.

I was one of those kids

and I'd like to think I turned

out pretty well.

Would've been nice to have

someone like you around though.

I was one tough cookie.

Speaking of which, I'm baking

some right now.

You bake?

I have the biggest sweet tooth.

Those look delicious.

How's it going over here?

Good.

He seems great.

Authentic.

You're going to like him.

Just one small thing though.

I forgot I was talking for you

and told him I was baking.

That's not too big of

a white lie, right?

Lena! I can't cook.

I can't bake.

This guy's going to be

very disappointed

if he's expecting a chef like

you and he gets me instead.

I highly doubt

he'd be disappointed.

You're gorgeous.

But you're right.

No more slip-ups.

Think like Ava, think like Ava.

Won't happen again.

- Hey.

- Hey.

Jonah, right?

Yeah. Uh, Lena?

Yeah.

How's your shirt?

Oh uh, nothing a sweater

can't hide.

How's your jacket?

In the wash.

What's with the hat?

What? Oh, this?

Uh, I just came from

a costume party.

This time of year?

Yeah.

Sounds fun.

I need to get out more.

We are having a latte workshop.

Do you want to come in?

There's room for one more.

Sure.

Here.

Here you go.

Okay. So just think of the

espresso as a blank canvas.

Okay.

Start pouring in the center.

Good.

Now make sure you keep

the pitcher and the cup

at a right angle.

Oh. Yikes.

Don't worry about it.

Happens to me all the time and

I've been doing this for years.

Let's try again.

Sure.

Okay. Pick it up.

Can I show you?

May I?

By all means.

So this.

One, two, three.

Wow. That is impressive.

Thanks.

Did you go to school for this

or something?

Why yes, I have my bachelor's

degree in steamed milk

with an emphasis on design.

I just taught myself.

Takes a lot of trial and error.

Well, I know a lot about that.

The error part.

I'm sure that's not true.

Uh, so.

This is your place?

It is.

Had it almost five years now.

Wow. But you're so young.

I know what I want

and I go after it.

I love my shop.

But it's more of

a stepping stone.

The end game is to have

my own baking business.

That's the real dream.

Sounds like you've got it

all figured out.

Hopefully.

But I know things can change

in an instant.

I should check on the others.

Great.

Okay, here we go.

Hope you guys had fun.

- Thanks, bye.

- 'Night.

Burning the midnight oil?

Oh sorry, I know you're supposed

to be closing soon

but I think I was just getting

the hang of it.

Well done.

Yeah, I thought I was hopeless

but it helps to have

a good teacher.

Well thanks.

You get a gold star.

Do you, um...

Yes?

Do you sell coffee beans here?

Of course.

What kind would you like?

Whatever you'd recommend.

I'll take two bags.

These ones are great.

Internationally sourced.

They're organic from family run

farms all over the world.

We also have a coffee club of

the month if you're interested.

Sample all the latest

and greatest.

You've really thought

of everything.

I try.

They're opening a Vic

around the corner.

Uh...

But I think I'm prepared.

My coworker's worried.

I tried telling her the world

isn't driven by discounts.

Kismet is about connecting

with people.

I connect through my food,

my coffee.

Bake all the pastries myself

with love.

We're a part of the community

and the community's part of us.

I'm sorry. I got a little

carried away.

No, it's... it's really...

You know what, I'll take

a few more bags.

You can never have

enough coffee.

They make really good gifts too.

Thanks.

Thank you.

Uh, see you around.

'Night.

I think I'm going to take

a quick walk.

Get some fresh air.

Okay. I'll be here.

Oh. Hi.

Hey.

We keep bumping into each other.

Yeah.

How were the beans?

They were fantastic.

I'm going to have to come by

and get some more.

I have very thirsty roommates.

Um, I'll see you around.

Anything we should know about

the opening of The Vic downtown?

Uh, come for the discounts

and stay for the quality.

We have a great loyalty program

but the, the product

really speaks for itself.

We look forward to serving you.

You work for The Vic?

I run this branch.

I didn't realize.

I didn't know who you...

Were you spying on me?

Why would I spy on you?

I'm your competition.

The only other competition

is the other Vics nearby.

We both sell coffee.

We're competition.

Pretty soon you'll be hosting

latte art workshops.

We don't need to do that.

What about the whole bit

with the hard hat?

I thought you were charming.

But you were lying.

I didn't mean to lie to you.

I came to your workshop

because it seemed fun.

There was no ulterior

motive there.

Do you care how your

presence here

might affect small businesses?

Superstores tear

communities apart.

Besides, isn't there another one

of your chains

like 10 minutes away?

There was a demand for a

brand new Vic on this block.

In this community,

for this neighborhood.

The line inside speaks

for itself.

Yup.

You okay?

I just met the owner

of the new Vic.

Jonah.

He's heartless.

What do you mean?

He came into the workshop last

night and bought beans from us.

I'm confused, isn't that nice?

No, it's not nice.

It's smug.

The nerve of that guy.

You know he's like our age too.

You'd think he'd have

more integrity

than to get into big business.

He's our age and already runs

his own branch?

Ava!

You sound impressed.

Well...

You were right the first time.

He doesn't see how his store

is going to destroy

the charm of the neighborhood.

All he sees are dollar signs.

I can tell.

If he thinks he's going

to ruin us,

he's got another thing coming.

We are going to give him

a run for his money.

Just you wait and see.

I love when you get like this.

It's exciting and scary

at the same time.

Thank you.

Walker: It's opening day.

It was a huge success.

It was.

I thought you'd be more excited.

All our hard work is paying off.

I just can't get over

my interaction

with the owner of Kismet Cafe.

Lena.

Well, you gotta get over it.

Yeah but this time

it's different.

This is a young woman

with dreams.

Oh, I see what's happening.

You my friend, feel guilty.

Is that what this is?

Sounds like it.

She was just not very nice.

Pretty.

Pretty mean.

We are potentially destroying

her livelihood.

Yeah, but it's not personal.

It's business.

- Right.

- Right.

I had a bad day.

I'm sorry if that's weird

to tell you.

I know this should be light

and fun

getting to know you type stuff,

but I like talking to you.

I'm so glad you messaged me.

I also had a bad day.

Are you okay?

Yeah. I'm okay.

Why was your day bad?

I know this doesn't paint me

in the best light,

but I think I hurt someone's

feelings today.

Someone who didn't deserve it.

We all have our moments.

I never seem to know how

to defend myself.

All I can do is walk away

and then I feel powerless

afterwards.

I wish I could help.

Are you any good

at business advice?

That's actually the thing

that I'm best at.

I run a coffee shop.

I'm at the risk of losing

my business to a competitor.

Well then you have

to fight back.

I know this sounds cheesy,

but look at your reflection.

Tell yourself you are in charge,

you are the boss,

and you are capable of anything.

Jonah?

Fancy seeing you here.

Are you following me?

What? No, of course not.

Why are you in a toy store?

Well, I could ask you

the same question.

I asked you first.

It's my nephew's birthday.

I'm buying him a present.

Need a hand?

Do you mind?

What do we have here?

Board game night at the shop.

Oh, that's a great idea, but...

Yeah, it's not my place.

No. Tell me.

I can take it.

I just don't think it's best

for business.

And why not?

Well, people will be excited

to play games

but that doesn't

necessarily mean

they're going to buy more food

or drinks.

I'm hoping to bring in

more customers.

Feeling a sense of community,

coming together.

That's what's important.

People want that.

Yeah, I get that.

But you know what,

it's your shop.

You know best.

Thanks.

How old's your nephew?

He'll be five.

You want to see a picture?

Sure.

I love kids.

He's cute.

Yeah. We're buds.

What are you going to get him?

I don't know.

You know when I was his age

I was really into superheroes.

I always wanted to catch

the bad guy.

And now you are the bad guy.

No, I'm not.

I know you think that,

but I'm just doing my job.

You're right.

That wasn't fair, sorry.

I just picture my hero

saving the day,

not ruining it.

I don't want to ruin your day.

You're not.

I guess it's just an

uncomfortable situation.

It is.

I'll just take these.

Have a nice day.

You too.

Hi.

Oh, um, you know what?

Here, I... I got it.

What? No.

Don't run that card.

No, it's the Vic company

credit card, you know?

Think of it as a neighborly

gift.

An amends of sorts.

For what?

Nothing's happened.

Ah.

Thanks.

By the way.

There's a boy that comes into

the shop a lot with his parents.

He has a superhero cape

that he absolutely adores.

He never takes it off.

Just a thought.

That's a great idea.

Thank you.

Bye.

When did you write all this?

Last night when you were asleep.

I hope that's okay.

I wanted to talk to someone

and got kind of caught up

in the moment.

You know you can always talk

to me about this stuff, right?

I know.

I didn't want to bother you.

Besides, he was awake

and didn't seem to mind.

Well... I'm glad my future

husband is so helpful.

I approve of him for you,

that's for sure.

Are you sure you don't want

to date him?

It kind of seems like you two

are hitting it off.

I mean, he seems great...

but no.

It was just texting.

Do you want to meet him?

I don't know.

I'm not really sure

that we'd connect.

I don't feel anything

when I read the messages.

You can't judge someone

based on their texts alone.

That's true.

The whole point of this exercise

was for me to get you on a date.

Why are you so passionate

about this?

Everything with the shop

has been all over the place.

It'd just be nice to feel like

something is working out.

Do you think also it's maybe

because you want love

but are too afraid to go

after it yourself?

What? No.

Of course not.

I want you to be happy.

I need to focus on the shop.

You can have a little fun

for the both of us.

What do you say?

I don't know.

He seems like a great guy.

You'll be happy you went.

Hey, hey.

I read the messages last night.

You got real, fast.

I know, I...

Not really my style

if I'm being honest.

I don't talk about my feelings

like that, you know that.

You're the sensitive one.

Yeah, I know you like to keep it

light and breezy,

but what I...

It's her.

"Do you want to meet

tomorrow night?"

Do you guys need

anything else here?

We're okay.

Okay.

Can I get you guys

anything else?

- No, we're good.

- Okay.

How's it going?

Well, we've had

a decent turnout.

But?

But most of the parties

have been here for hours

and only ordered

like one coffee.

I tried to see if they wanted

anything else,

but they just want to play

and be with their friends.

Well that's okay, right?

We have the $5 rental fee

for the games

and the night's still young.

Yeah.

I'm going to go drop this off.

All right.

Woo!

- Hi.

- Hi.

I love your cape.

Thanks.

My uncle got it for me

for my birthday.

Sounds like you have

a good uncle.

He's the best.

Boom!

What are you two doing here?

Well I told him about games

night and he got really excited.

And this is where he wanted

to spend his birthday.

Happy birthday.

Thanks.

So sweet.

Well...

Guess games night

was a good idea.

Yeah.

Well, have a seat

wherever you'd like.

How about I bring you a special

dessert for your birthday?

Nice.

Thank you.

Ryan, where do you want to sit?

Should we go here?

There.

Who is that?

Jonah.

The branch owner at The Vic?

- Okay.

- Ah!

You did not say

that he was cute.

Didn't notice.

You didn't notice?

Well, I didn't think

it was relevant.

He's our competition.

If he's our competition,

what is he doing here?

And is his table

full of desserts?

I gave him one on the house

for his nephew's birthday.

And then he bought a bunch more.

Hmm.

Some competitor.

Should we go catch that movie?

- Yeah.

- Alright, let's go.

Oh, we should go say thank you.

Thank you for tonight.

You were right.

Games night was a great idea.

Thanks.

And the desserts.

They were incredible, right?

Have a nice night.

You too.

- Bye.

- Bye.

This can't be right.

We got significantly less

than last week

when we didn't have an event.

You mean before The Vic?

We lost sales from game night.

I'm sorry, Lene.

Everyone had a lot of fun.

At this rate they won't be able

to have fun here much longer.

You still feeling guilty?

What?

No. No, we're doing great.

It's a good thing, right?

Right. A really good thing.

Alright. Speaking

of good things.

It's almost your time.

I don't know, man.

I'm feeling nervous.

You're not going to back out

on me, are you?

I re-read the messages.

All that banter?

It's just not me.

You two are really connecting.

Yeah, you two have

so much in common.

That's what I thought too, at

least according to her profile.

But the way that she talks,

she seems more right for you.

Aw, it's just text messages.

People can be completely

different in person.

You're right.

I'll go, order an appetizer,

say hello, drink some wine,

and then I'm out of there.

Great.

That's all you have to do.

Walk with me?

What if she's not

what I expected?

Where's the confident,

self-assured guy

that I know and love, huh?

Just think about it

as taking the next step.

A baby step.

If you guys meet and you click,

great, take another step.

And if you don't, well,

at least you tried. Right?

Why aren't you trying again?

I will once the branch

is stable.

But for now, let's focus on you.

I'll never know why you can't

take your own advice.

Will you go look?

Look?

Go to the window and see

if you can see her there?

I've never seen you

like this before.

You've never seen me single.

That's a good point.

Okay.

Do you see her?

I don't know, there's a girl

sitting by herself.

There's a waiter blocking

her, I...

Well?

Oh, yep.

That's her.

Looks just like her pictures.

So she's gorgeous.

I knew it.

What are you going to do?

I'm going to cross

the finish line.

Atta boy.

Go get her.

Will you come in

and wait at the bar?

Ava?

Walker.

It's so nice to meet you.

Please take a seat.

You again.

We have to stop running

into each other like this.

Mind if I sit down?

No. I'm in the middle

of something.

I didn't think people

still read those.

My sister says the gossip's

all online now.

Do you mind?

Just didn't take you for a

celebrity gossip fan, that's all.

I'm not. Just shh.

Right. I'm sorry.

I didn't mean to disturb

your reading.

I'm not actually reading this.

I figured.

You know, when I'm dining alone

I usually bring a book

or something to keep me busy.

It's not a big deal.

No, it's not that. I'm...

I'm spying on my friend.

Oh. What?

She asked me to come

just in case.

She's on a first date.

First one in a while, so

I'm here for moral support.

The magazine's a disguise.

I don't read these.

Well, this night just got

more interesting.

I'm here for a friend too.

The one with Ava?

Yeah.

This world is very, very small.

It's tiny.

So Walker is your friend?

He seems really kind and funny.

Like a standup guy.

Yeah, he is.

I've known Walker for years.

Wait.

How do you know so much

about him?

Ava told me.

He seems great.

You were right about games night

by the way.

What do you mean?

We didn't even break even.

I'm sorry to hear that.

If it's any consolation

my nephew and I,

we had a great time.

Anyway. Let's talk about

better things.

Like our friends.

They seem to be hitting it off.

I know.

I'm really glad

we're doing this.

Me too.

This is my first date

from the app,

so forgive me if I'm

a bit rusty.

Same here.

What made you do something

different this time?

Your profile really stood out

to me.

Oh yeah?

What did you like about it?

We seem to like doing

the same things,

listening to the same music,

maybe have similar

personalities.

I haven't been able

to find that.

I know, right?

It's all about those

common interests.

Like going out and being

with friends, enjoying life.

Exactly.

My favorite memories

are listening to live music

or sharing a meal with friends.

Being outside,

exploring the world.

Traveling.

I agree with you 1,000 percent.

Thank you.

So, where have you travelled to?

They're really into

their conversation.

I'm not surprised.

Ava is really easy to talk to.

What do you mean?

Uh, Walker showed me

some of the messages.

She has some really interesting

things to say.

Yeah. She does.

Are you guys ready to order?

Oh uh, you go ahead.

I'll take the pure Asian

kale salad to start,

and the magical

double cheeseburger.

That's exactly what I was

going to have.

I'll have what she's having.

Sounds good.

Coming right up.

How long you been

a vegetarian for?

About 10 years.

I went to this sanctuary

for rescued farm animals

and fell in love with this pig

named Bella.

You mean Green Meadows

on the outskirts of town?

Yeah. How did...

Oh, I go there every year

around Thanksgiving.

We rescue turkeys.

I've always wanted to do that.

You totally should,

it is so fulfilling.

One of these days I will.

Right now it's just visiting

Bella when I can.

No, I know exactly what you mean

about her.

You know, every time

that I look into her eyes

it's just like she's staring

into my soul.

Totally.

You know pigs are a lot

like dogs?

I wanted a pet pig

when I was a kid

and I did all this research and

it turns out even if they say

that they're going to be

only 60 pounds,

they can grow up to 300 pounds.

What? You can't manage

a 300-pound beast?

Oh, I can.

But I just don't think

my roommates

would like it very much.

You know, besides I work

more than 70 hours a week

and I wouldn't want to be

a neglectful pig pop.

Oh, pig pop.

Like dog dad.

That's cute.

I know.

Are you guys ready to order?

Oh sorry, we've been talking

this whole time.

Haven't had a chance to look at

the menu.

No problem.

Take your time.

So. What's good here.

I've actually never been.

My friend who's a foodie

told me about it.

So how long have you been

a vegetarian for?

Oh, no.

I'm not vegetarian.

No offense if you are,

I'm just, where I'm from

we eat a lot of meat.

Oh, my gosh, I am so relieved

to hear you say that.

I'm not a vegetarian either.

I totally respect people

who are,

but yeah, it's not for me.

Okay. I'm really craving

a burger now.

They have one made

of soy and mushrooms.

Do you want to get out of here?

What did you have in mind?

I know this awesome street meat

vendor down the block.

He makes this amazing

secret seasoning.

You had me at street meat.

Great.

Let's go.

Oh. Looks like they're getting

ready to leave.

Oh no.

Oh no, they're both

still smiling.

I bet Ava wanted something else.

I try to get her to step out

of her comfort zone

and taste different foods,

but she's picky.

Yeah, Walk's the same.

He's more of a steak

and potatoes kind of guy.

Oh, you know, I bet you

he's taking her to his favorite

street vendor.

Street meat.

I swear he eats there like

three times a week.

I think she'll like that.

It's more her style.

I love this place,

and I think it's delicious.

Yeah.

I think I'll stay here

and enjoy it.

I guess we did already order.

Yeah, but our entertainment

just walked out the door.

Well, we have this.

Oh.

What do we have in there?

Well apparently this woman

was engaged to this man,

who was also seeing this woman

who happens to be the first

woman's sister.

Wow.

I know.

Uh, what else?

Let me see.

I have to admit something.

What?

This isn't that bad.

What do you mean?

The magazine...

Oh, yeah, it's got lots of

juicy stuff in it.

Thanks for offering

to walk me home.

Yeah, don't mention it.

This is me.

It's a nice building.

It's got good bones.

It was built in the 1930s.

I love a building with history.

Yeah.

But is it haunted?

My neighbor says there's a ghost

of a famous starlet

who roams the hallways at night.

Oh.

I believe it.

Well um, this was fun.

Yeah.

Turns out spying on our friends

can be surprisingly fun.

I imagine I'll be seeing

even more of you now?

Sorry about that.

It's like you can't

get rid of me.

It's just ever since

we moved our storefront

in across from you,

we keep running into each other.

I'm starting to get used to it.

Hopefully it's not such

a bad thing?

Um, I have to go.

I have some work prep to do.

Yeah, right.

Of course.

Goodnight.

'Night.

You're home late, little lady.

I don't even know

what time it is.

The night just flew by.

Tell me everything.

It was amazing.

He was so great.

I was really surprised.

Surprised?

Yeah.

You and I just don't have

the same taste, you know.

And you seemed to be hitting

it off with him in the messages.

He was nothing like that

in real life.

What do you mean?

He was confident and fun

and loud.

Not in an obnoxious way.

We ended up going to this

random street vendor for dinner

then popped into this

hole in the wall bar

where we drank mezcal

and danced to live Mexican

music with some of his friends.

You met his friends?

On a first date?

Yeah. It was spontaneous

and fun.

I always thought a good first

date would be someplace quiet

where you could talk one on one,

get to know each other.

That sounds so boring, Lena.

Besides, you can really tell

who someone is by their friends.

I guess so.

He does sound really different

from the person I was

texting with.

But I guess people can have

more than one side to them.

The point is, it was great

and we're going to go out again.

But...

But what?

Only if it's okay with you.

What do you mean?

Of course it's okay with-

it's more than okay with me.

I know that you felt

a connection with him.

You had a rapport.

Please, it was nothing.

It was just some texts.

I want what's best for you.

That's what's going to make

me happy.

How did the rest

of your night go?

Well, it was going

perfectly fine

until someone came in and...

Who?

The Vic branch manager.

Jonah?

What? No way.

Apparently, he's Walker's BFF.

What?

I know.

Walker said he worked in

corporate for Vic,

but I didn't think

he'd know Jonah.

Hmm.

Lena, do you like him?

Jonah?

What? No, of course not.

That would be absurd.

He's our competition.

He's the reason I'm stressed,

the reason Kismet might be

going out of business.

I mean no.

I can't possibly like him.

He can be partially responsible

for all those things,

and you can still have

a crush on him.

If he's friends with Walker

I bet he's a great guy.

Well, even so.

We have nothing in common.

He runs a chain,

I work for a mom and pop shop

that I started myself.

You both work in coffee.

That's something in common,

even if your businesses

are different sizes.

I take it you're

both vegetarians.

Yeah, but who cares?

You both have impeccable taste

in friends,

that much is obvious.

Well, that's true.

It's okay to like him.

No.

I don't think that it is.

My man.

This round's on me.

Someone's in a good mood.

I really like her.

So, are you going to see

her again?

Yeah, definitely.

We talked about doing something

tomorrow night.

Wow.

That was fast.

When you know, you know.

It just feels right.

So, what's she like?

Look. I know you felt a spark

with her.

No, there was no spark.

It was just online.

It's not like people

fall in love on the internet

or anything.

Jonah, people literally do that

all the time.

You know what I mean.

It was just some messages.

I'm happy for you, you know?

This is what we wanted.

You're a great guy.

You deserve a great girl.

Thanks.

Don't tell me...

The slightest difference?

That doesn't make any sense.

What am I going to do?

- Green Meadows.

- Green Meadows.

I brought coffee.

Oh, that's sweet of you.

What are those?

Scones.

I like to play around

with flavor profiles,

so this one's strawberry

lemonade,

persimmon cinnamon and

the last one's orange sage.

Huh. Persimmon cinnamon.

Say that 10 times fast.

Do you want one?

You know what,

maybe we should let the other

volunteers have them.

They've been here all day.

No, I insist.

There's plenty to go around.

Okay. They do look

pretty tasty.

Go on.

Wow.

These are insane.

You made these?

I take a lot of pride

in my baking.

It's my favorite thing to do.

Did you get these

from a recipe book?

A book?

It's my own recipe.

Wow.

Really, you should go on one of

those competitive baking shows.

I mean you'd definitely win.

Lena!

Hey, Eugene.

Wanted to drop these off.

That's so nice of you.

Oh, they look delicious.

I brought hot coffee.

How thoughtful.

Thank you.

Have you met Bella?

Are you kidding me?

She's practically the main

reason why I volunteer.

Just like Lena.

No wonder you two are together.

- Oh no, we're not...

- We're not... Together.

We just know each other

from the neighborhood.

Oh, I see.

Well, there's some chores

that need doing

if you two would like

to do the honors.

- Great.

- Yeah.

Uh.

It's a nice day to feed

some goats.

It is.

I love it here.

Yeah.

I love this time of year.

Perfect day to volunteer.

Yeah.

Aww.

Look at him.

He's so cute.

He likes you.

Aww.

Looks like he could just

fall asleep in your arms.

I know.

Should we go visit

the love of our lives?

Yeah.

Daffodils.

So beautiful.

They're my favorite.

I don't know much about flowers,

but they are beautiful.

So how's the shop?

We're going to have to close.

I'm sorry to hear that.

It's just the way things are.

I'll be okay.

The shop was mostly an avenue

for my baked goods.

That's where my heart really is.

I just have to figure out

next steps.

You have to do something

with your desserts.

They're incredible.

Hopefully.

We'll see.

There she is.

The lady, the myth, the legend.

Bella baby.

Uh-oh.

What?

Walker wants us to join him

on his date with Ava tonight.

Why on earth would they

want that?

Well, they want us to

"get to know each other

and to squash the tension."

Those meddlers.

Well, in all fairness,

we did spy on their date.

Ava wanted me there.

Yeah. So did Walker.

What should I tell him?

What do you think, Belly welly?

Oh, that sounds like

an affirmative to me.

Yeah.

Looks like we're going.

Isn't this so much fun?

Mm-hmm, so fun.

It was Walker's idea.

He's got the best date ideas.

Well, when I found out that you

loved horror movies like me,

I knew we had to check this out.

I'm so glad you guys could come

with us.

- Yeah.

- Make it a family affair.

The more the merrier.

Oh, it's starting.

What are you doing?

I don't like horror movies.

Well the gaps in your fingers

kind of defeat the purpose.

I want to see what happens.

But I also don't want

to get scared.

Then why did you agree

to do this?

For Ava.

She's done so much for me

over the years.

It's literally the least

I could do.

Oh!

I do not understand the appeal

of all this.

Why do people want to see

gore and guts?

I don't get it either.

You know, I prefer comedies

or...

Or what?

Or musicals.

I know most guys don't,

but I like how they make

me feel.

And the songs are catchy.

I love musicals.

They're the best, right?

Yeah.

They really are the best.

Why do you sound so annoyed?

Because I don't want us

to have anything in common.

We can't be friends.

We can't be... anything.

Okay.

Right.

That makes perfect sense.

Thank you.

Sorry.

It's okay.

Just don't make a habit of it.

You ladies need anything else?

Hi.

This has been one of my favorite

places in the neighborhood.

I'm going to miss your dessert

the most.

There's nothing like them

around here or anywhere.

Thank you.

That means a lot.

But you know, change can be

a good thing sometimes.

It's a new chapter.

Very true.

We're excited about what

you're going to do next.

Thanks.

Me too.

We'll take a couple of those.

Thanks.

I'm going to miss this place.

I'm going to miss it too.

What do you think

you'll do next?

I don't know.

Maybe this is the push I needed

to focus on my baking.

What about you?

I've always wanted to get

my degree.

I was talking to Walker about it

and he thinks I might be good

at sales.

Maybe a degree

in communications.

We'll see.

You talked to Walker about it.

Yeah.

He's been really helpful.

I'm honestly smitten with him.

I can tell.

That's great.

Hopefully we can hang out again.

All four of us.

Oh, I don't know.

Things with Jonah are awkward.

He's Walker's best friend,

and I thought you guys had fun

the other night.

That was fun.

But...

I just can't reconcile

with the fact

that this guy who I enjoy

spending time with

is partially responsible for

turning my life upside-down.

Things are complicated,

but try and look at this

as a door opening

and not a door closing.

The world's your oyster.

Jonah.

Hey.

Come on in.

How is it going in here?

We have a lot to do.

We've got to clean and pack

everything up.

What are you doing here?

Well I saw that it was

closing night

and I just wanted to come by

and to see...

Revel in your victory?

What? No, I...

I'll be fine.

I know you will be.

You're too skilled and talented

not to be.

I uh, I got you flowers.

Oh.

Thanks.

Daffodils.

I know.

You told me.

When we were at Green Meadows,

you mentioned they were

your favorite.

Is there anything I can,

I can do?

Is that why you stopped by?

No, I stopped by because...

Well, I was hoping

we could be friends.

Oh...

I know it might be impossible,

but I figured it was worth

a sh*t.

Aww.

What?

Thank you for the flowers.

That's a really sweet gesture.

There's no need for you to stay

and help, really.

Please.

It's the least I could do.

Well, we do still need to clean

the espresso machine

before we pack it up.

There's a bunch of trash

to take out

and coffee grinds to compost.

Yeah, I can do all that.

Where should I start?

He is putting in work.

He must feel really bad.

Well, that's the last of it.

What else?

Not much, actually.

Why don't you take off?

Really?

What? No.

I'm not going to leave you

on our last night.

It's okay.

I guess I could go register

for classes

before I meet up with Walker.

Are you sure I can leave

you alone with him?

Yeah, I'll be fine.

I'm not worried about you.

I'll be nice.

Good.

But really.

Are you okay?

Because if you need me,

I'll stay.

I'm good.

Okay.

Go.

Thanks Lene.

Love you.

Love you too.

Bye Jonah.

Thanks for helping out

my girl here.

Hope to see you soon.

No problem.

Likewise.

Thank goodness.

I thought she would never leave.

Huh?

I... I was just joking.

Jokes usually make people laugh.

Oh.

And you're the authority

on humor, I suppose?

I've been known to make people

laugh on occasion.

Interesting.

Because in the short time

that we've known each other,

you haven't made me laugh once.

Well, you've made me cry

a bunch, so there's that.

I'm kidding.

Good. Because I was starting

to feel really bad.

You haven't made me cry.

I'm okay.

Besides, kind of exciting to see

where this new path takes me.

Plus I'm not much of a crier.

Never have been.

Really? When was the last time

you cried?

This is kind of embarrassing.

It was a commercial.

Oh. Surprisingly those can be

very emotional.

I know.

Which one?

This little boy sends paper

airplanes over his fence

hoping to reach his m*llitary

father who's overseas.

Unbeknownst to the little boy,

his neighbor collects

the paper airplanes

and sends them to his dad.

His Dad opens them on the base

and sends a big box

of paper airplane responses.

His neighbor sends them

over the fence

for the little boy to read.

Wow.

Wait.

Are you crying?

No.

That is beautiful.

You are totally tearing up.

Let's just say I'm buying

whatever they're selling.

Which was what, by the way?

I don't know.

I was so hooked on the story

and too bleary eyed

that I couldn't see the screen

when whatever it was they were

selling came on.

Huh.

Huh.

I love this song.

Yeah. Every time it comes on

I can't help but dance to it.

Don't let me stop you.

Woah, you ain't ready

for these moves.

Try me.

Okay.

Yeah?

I needed that.

Yeah. Me too.

Oh, no.

Um... May I have this dance?

Uh...

Sure.

Why not?

What the heck, right?

Can't hurt.

I think this is the first time

I've ever danced in my shop.

No kidding.

Yeah, believe it or not

this kind of thing

doesn't happen very often.

Well, I'm honored.

First and the last time too.

What do you mean?

The first time I've danced

in my shop

and it'll also be the last time

I'll dance in my shop.

Well hopefully not the last time

we dance together though.

Um, we should get back to work.

There's still a lot to do.

Yeah.

- Thanks.

- Thanks.

I want to make a toast.

What are we toasting to?

To us, obviously.

To the times we've shared

so far,

to hopefully many more to come.

I just can't wait to see

what the future holds for us.

Walker, that's so sweet.

I know, sorry.

Yikes.

I don't know what's come

over me.

I love it.

I wanted to ask you if, you know,

we could make this official.

Yes, of course.

Oh, my gosh, yes!

Yes!

I'm so glad that silly app

brought us together.

Thanks, technology.

There is one thing.

What?

It's not a big deal,

I just figure we should start

this relationship off

with honesty.

Of course.

You can tell me anything.

What is it?

You never actually talked to me

on the app.

What?

What I mean is, it wasn't me.

I was in kind of a slump

getting over a guy,

and so I asked Lena

to text for me.

I almost didn't even show up

on the date

because I thought you two were

hitting it off so much.

Okay, well I'm glad

you're not mad.

Mad?

Ava, I didn't write

my messages either.

What do you mean?

I was g*n shy from

my last relationship.

I hadn't dated for a while

so I asked Jonah to write

the messages for me.

What?

Wait a second.

So Lena and Jonah did

all the talking for us?

Yeah.

I was going to tell you

when it came up,

but you didn't reference

our messages

so I hadn't had a chance

to tell you yet.

Lena seemed really

into the messages.

So did Jonah.

Are you thinking

what I'm thinking?

I don't know, but take me there.

Mmm.

I could smell those

from the street.

So good.

Thanks.

How was your date?

Amazing.

We made things official.

Walker's my boyfriend now.

That's great.

I'm so happy for you.

Also, I learned some very

interesting information.

What's that?

Turns out one of Walker's

friends was writing his messages

for him on the app.

Yeah right.

I'm serious.

We were both weary so

our friends did it for us.

Wait, really?

You told Walker it was me?

Yep. That's how

it came out.

Neither of us wrote

a single message,

can you believe that?

His friend sounds great.

Handsome, successful,

really sweet.

Would you be open

to a blind date?

Why blind?

He's not on social media

and Walker doesn't have

any good pictures of him.

I don't know.

Come on.

It'll be a great distraction.

What have you got to lose?

Walker and I will come.

I'll make it a double date.

Right here.

You okay?

I feel better.

Look, I'm, I'm sorry. I...

It's okay, really.

When one door closes

another opens.

Hey, you know what really

cheers me up?

What cheers you up?

I want to know.

Milkshakes.

So, what do you think

you'll do next?

I don't know.

My passion is fostering

a sense of community

wherever I am so hopefully

something with that.

But baking full time

has always been my dream.

People seem to enjoy

my desserts.

Yeah. You gotta give the people

what they want.

I want to package and distribute

them to other coffee shops

and little local markets,

you know?

Spread the happiness.

Well, that scone

that you gave me,

it was so good I'm still

thinking about it.

Stop.

I'm serious.

You're too talented just

to let it go to waste.

I have an idea.

Now I would have to run it by

the greater company at large,

but what would you say

to running games nights

and talent nights and charitable

community events

down at The Vic?

That way you could foster the

sense of community that you love

in the neighborhood

that you love,

and bring in that small

business feel

instead of that big corporate

chain vibe

that you dislike so much.

We could start selling

your desserts, you know?

And if they did well

then the other Vics could

start selling them too.

I don't know,

work for the enemy?

No, you'd be spreading happiness

you know?

Making us better.

We would just be providing

the platform.

It could be a great

business opportunity.

It could be.

I kind of love the idea.

Really?

Yeah.

Can I sleep on it?

Yeah, of course.

Thank you for the incredible

offer.

It really is kind of you to take

a chance on me like that.

I believe in you.

I saw what Kismet did

for the neighborhood

and well, I've tried

your desserts.

You're... they're perfect.

I better get going.

Oh, you have somewhere to be?

I have a date.

Oh. Yeah.

That, that sounds fun.

Hopefully.

You know I wish we met through

Ava and Walker,

you know, instead of

competing businesses.

Thought I wasn't

your competition.

Yeah.

I'm sorry about that.

Oh gosh.

Stop apologizing.

You gave me advice on game night

and I didn't listen.

Brought me flowers,

cleaned the shop,

helped me pack up and move,

and just offered me

a business opportunity

that could give me both

that sense of community

and possibly push my

desserts mainstream.

You've done so much for me

at this point.

I need you to know I...

I appreciate it.

Okay?

Yeah.

I just wish that...

Wish what?

I just wish that if we had met

under different circumstances

that it could be you and me

going on that date tonight.

Maybe.

Not how the cards fell.

Yeah.

Just wasn't kismet.

Right.

It wasn't meant to be.

See you.

You excited?

I don't know.

Uh-uh.

What's wrong?

You really liked this guy.

I know.

I just... I know this is going

to sound strange,

but I think Jonah tried

to ask me out

and part of me wanted

to say yes.

What part of you said no?

I think I was so dead set on

the idea that he was responsible

for all these things going wrong

in my life

that I couldn't see

who he truly is.

Just a funny smart

and kind person.

Hm?

You could still give him

a chance if you want.

No. If it was meant to be

it would be.

That'll work.

Jonah: Hey, man, what's up?

Walker: Sorry about today

with Lena.

That's okay, man.

I'm glad she has a date.

I'm happy for her.

Still on for dinner tonight?

Yeah, you bet.

Where you want to go?

I was thinking we could try

that new food truck.

Veggie Voodoo?

You'd do that for me?

I would.

You're the best.

I know.

Hey you.

Hi.

You look beautiful.

Where's the lucky guy?

Should be here soon.

I haven't actually

met him before.

I get it. App date.

Sort of.

What about you?

Oh, I'm just here checking out

Veggie Voodoo.

Oh. Okay.

Do you want me to wait with you

until he comes,

or should I just go...

Either is fine.

I don't exactly know

what he looks like.

What do you mean?

It's kind of complicated but,

I was talking for Ava

on her dating app,

and apparently this mystery man

was doing the same for Walker.

We sort of hit it off.

That was you.

What was me?

I'm... I'm that mystery man.

Quit playing around.

I'm serious.

I was texting for Walker.

He gave me his phone.

It was you?

It was me.

Every... single... message.

It was kismet after all.
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