Hey baby. How's your day been? Yeah? That's good.
Or bad. Sorry, I'm really zoned out. I didn't hear what you said.
No, I'm sorry. Stupid. I shouldn't ask a question and then forget to listen to the answer.
It's a bad habit. Yeah, I mean, maybe not just a bad habit. It hasn't been the best day for me.
I'm feeling kind of distracted. Ugh. You know, it just seems like one of those days where everything around me reminded me of what I don't like about my own life.
What kind of things? Well, I mean, I'm not too happy with my job at the moment. Or where I live.
Or being apart from you. That was the main thing. That was the only thing, to be honest.
Yeah. This long distance thing is hard. It's easy to forget sometimes just how hard it is.
Because things with you are so great. But then, you know, I see other couples out in the real world actually getting to spend time together and it doesn't seem fair. All I want is that with you.
It's not so much to ask, is it? No, of course not. I'm not angry about it.
Definitely not angry with you. It's not as though it's your fault that we don't live close to each other. Actually, it was pretty daft of you not to be born in the same place as me.
What were you thinking? Yeah, I know. I made the same mistake.
But then, if you were born where I was born, and I was born where you were born, we'd still be just as far apart. So only one of us should go back in time and change where we're born. Not both of us.
Yeah, if you could get on that, that'd be great. Hop in your time machine. It's so easy to cheer up when I'm around you.
Even if I'm feeling sad and mopey about the distance or whatever else. You bring out a goofy side of me. Feels good to try to stay positive.
Right. Besides, I know it's not going to be like this forever. We'll see each other one day.
One day soon, I hope. Yeah, it feels like destiny. You know, I don't have a choice in the matter.
I have to see you one day and soon. That or I'll lose my mind, I guess. Oh, I don't know when.
It's hard to know when it'll feel like the right time. Right now, with work and everything, I don't know. Just feels like there'll always be a reason not to at this exact moment as much as I want to.
Yeah, I mean, I could just take the time off. You're right. I could.
I have some time off saved up. They wouldn't mind. You know, I bet I could get my sister to look after my cat as well.
She loves that cat. Are you saying that I should just, like, do it now? For real? Okay, shit.
I mean, well, now the idea is in my head. I don't know how I could get it out. Let's do it.
Yeah, for real. Let's do it. I seem I can stay at yours, right? Or do you want me to book a hotel room nearby? No.
Okay. Stupid question. Of course.
Let's look at plane tickets. I have no idea how much they'll be, but I've got a little bit in savings. I'll pay whatever it is.
Oh, seriously? You'll go halves? Fuck yeah.
Okay. It's looking like they'll be around. I hate trying to find my way around airports.
Where are you supposed to? Oh, hey, I'm here. Hey.
Oh my God. It's so good to see you. I can't believe that.
I can't. Sorry. I can't get my words straight.
It's just so good to finally see you. Yeah. It's just not the same as seeing you on a video call.
This is so much more real. I mean, obviously, but I just can't. You're actually there in front of me.
Hold on. I need to check this as real again. I hope you aren't going to get bored of that anytime soon, because there are a lot more where that came from.
I love what you're wearing, by the way. Isn't that what you. ..
Yeah, it is. It's what you were wearing the first time we video called. You did that deliberately, didn't you? No, I don't think it's dumb.
I think it's cute. I'm honestly impressed that you remembered what you wore and that you thought to wear it again today. It's like, man, you're really thoughtful.
I wouldn't have thought to do something like that. Shit. I didn't even get you a present or anything.
I probably should have, right? I'm sorry. It's the first time I'm doing this kind of thing.
I don't know what you're supposed to do. You sure it doesn't matter? Sure you're Okay, good.
I thought I'd fucked up. I mean, I know you're not that materialistic or anything, but still. Sorry.
I think the nerves are getting to me a little. I didn't expect to feel nervous about this, but it's such a big deal to me. Yeah.
So please forgive me if I say anything stupid. I'm sure I will at some point. Yes, you're right.
I say stupid things on call all the time. I don't know why I'm worried about it now. I'll try to forget about it.
Do you want to get out of here? Yeah, I mean, I don't care what we do as long as I get to spend time with you. But it might be a little better if we aren't surrounded by hundreds of people at an airport, right? How far is your place? I should have asked before now.
Oh, that's not so bad. Shall we head over there then? Sorry if it seems like I'm rushing things, but I'm kind of knackered.
Been a long time since I was on an airplane. I forgot how bad I was at sleeping on those things. I'm so glad we're on the same wavelength.
You definitely don't need to worry about not driving. Just teach me how to use the public transport system here and I'll be good. Let's go.
I want to see your place. Oh, it looks so much nicer than it did on call. Bigger than I imagined.
You've definitely done a little tidying up for me, haven't you? But you have a nice place. Did you put those ferry lights up for me? If you did, that's incredibly sweet.
Damn, it looks so cozy in here. I'm really being treated by you, huh? Well, I'm okay with that.
Where am I sleeping? You only have the one bedroom, right? Yeah, how dare you not get a bigger apartment for me? Can't cost that much, can it? But actually, should I take the sofa? Do you have some spare bedding I can use? I didn't think to bring a pillow or a blanket.
Oh, are you sure? I mean, I don't want to make you uncomfortable. I really don't mind taking the sofa.
It's totally fine. Okay, if you're sure, you're sure. I mean, I would much rather sleep in an actual bed.
And hell, if you just so happen to be in the bed as well, so much the better, right? Yeah, my thoughts exactly. So, you're gonna hate me, but you know how I said I was super tired at the airport? Yeah, well, I don't know what it is, but something about actually being in your place for the first time has woke me right back up again.
I feel wired. Um, where should I put my clothes and stuff? Like, where do you want me to unpack? You already made room for my stuff in your drawers? Oh my god, you really are too thoughtful.
Thank you. I'm gonna do my best not to think about how I'm only here for a week. You're right, I'm here forever, for sure.
But damn, if I'm staying here forever, the airline must have lost a bunch of my clothes. There's only enough here for, what, six or seven days? Right, exactly, I would have packed more than that, because I'm definitely not only staying for a week.
I'm glad it's not awkward, you know? I think it's the same for any long-distance couple. A bit of fear that somehow the chemistry you have online won't be there in person.
Did you worry about that? Or was it just me being silly? Um, no, I mean, I wasn't properly worried.
Like, I didn't think it would be a problem. I knew it was nothing more than unjustified anxiety. But still, it was there, a little niggle at the back of my mind.
I feel so silly now. Right, I like you too much not to get on with you. That's all my stuff unpacked.
I'll just slide this suitcase under the bed, I guess. I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to get on with you, but I'm sure I'll get on with you. My body can't make its mind up.
I was tired at the airport, wired when I walked through your door, and now I feel sleepy again. You might have to have a little lie down. Thank you, I'm so.
.. So tired. Your bed is so comfy.
Comfier than mine. I'm envious. Yeah, that's not the worst thing about my bed.
The worst thing. .. The worst thing about it is.
.. No, I'm sorry, I can't. I was gonna make the worst joke you've ever heard.
I was gonna say the worst thing about my bed is that you aren't in it every night, but I didn't. I didn't just make that joke. Except I just did, but I lampshaded it, so that makes it okay.
You. .. You're feeling tired too? How come? Oh, yeah, I probably wouldn't have got much sleep last night either.
If it was the other way around and you were coming to me, I'd be up all night, I reckon. Wish I could have helped you sleep like I normally would. But, you know, video calling on a plane, not gonna work too well.
But anyway, if you're tired, there's still plenty of room here. We're gonna be sharing tonight anyway, so you might as well get used to it. Hey, you can cuddle up if you want.
That's what we've both been waiting for, right? Hmm. So sleepy.
I'm gonna. .. I'm gonna sleep now.
Wake me up in a few hours or something. I kissed you? No, I wouldn't have done that.
I'd remember if I had. I can if you want, though. This is like a dream, but I'm about to pass out, so see you in a few hours.
Huh? Huh? Forgot where I was for a moment.
Uh, you awake? Yeah, I had that moment where you forget you didn't go to sleep in your own bed. It was actually a little scary.
No, it's fine now, of course. It feels so good to wake up next to you. It means I can just.
.. Which is all I've ever wanted to be able to do. Uh, what time is it? Oh shit, it's morning? Fuck, I just meant to have a nap for a few hours.
I didn't mean to sleep through the whole night. Seems kind of a shame. I didn't want to waste any time together sleeping, but hell, I feel really well rested.
I must have gotten some real good sleep. Knowing I was next to you probably helped. Yeah, I don't remember if I had any good dreams, but I'm sure that I did.
I'm rubbish at remembering my dreams. God, you remember just a few weeks ago, I was complaining about how hard life was because we weren't together and all that? I want to show that guy how I feel now.
Remind him that feelings like that are never forever. Things get better, things get better, and you can make them get better. Just gotta take action.
I think buying those plane tickets might be the best thing I've ever done, you know? Yeah, sorry, I sound nuts. I'm just buzzing.
This is so fucking exciting. This is so nice. I love how you look, you know, with your bed head and your baggy eyes.
I've never really been able to see like this before. Not properly. Video calling hides all those little details.
It just makes the whole thing feel so much more real. We don't have to rush things, right? We've got forever.
Yeah, forever. Just forget that I'm going in a week. I'll be back before you know it.
Oh, you could come to me. That'd be great too. Yeah, I've got space for you.
I'd love to have you at mine anytime you want. Hey, just, all I want to do is like, roll around in bed with you, have a lazy morning, kiss you all over. Did you have any plans for today? Did you have any plans for today? Okay, well, we don't have to spend all day in bed in that case.
Of course, I'm eager to see more of where you live and all that. But right now, all I want to do is make up for lost time. I can't tell you how good it feels to actually be able to touch your body after only looking at it for so long.
Yeah, it feels good. Oh my god. You know, it's making me wanna.
.. You know, I didn't think I'd say anything like this on the first day. Yeah, I wanna fuck you.
Hey, do you mind if I use your shower first? Yeah, just feeling a little grimy after the flight and everything. Oh shit, yeah, of course.
Join me if you want, that'd be amazing. Fuck, I can't believe I slept in my clothes. Come show me how to use your shower.