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Summary: You haven't been to the cafe in a bit, leaving your barista a little bit worried. Where could you be?

This is a series. Part one, two, three. and four

People have been asking how long this series will go on for. I honestly don't know. I like this character and the comforting nature of these scripts. So, the barista will be around for the considerable future!

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[sounds of coffee machines]

Hmmm? Oh, sorry, what did you say?

Nah. Just lost in thought I guess. Did you need something?

Ah, sorry. I'm in the way. Here. The dark roast.

No, Erica, I wasn't. I mean, come on. Just because it's been three days--

Okay, yes, fine, I was wondering if they were stopping in. Happy? Would you please quit teasing your poor boss?

No. I don't. I mean, we're just friends. We went to the beach once. I took care of them once. I would do that for any of my friends, Erica.

Yes, even you.

Don't you have work to do?

Ah. Lunch break, huh? Well, then, go eat somewhere else.

I'm not irritated. I just . . . [sighs] I don't know what, okay? I just feel uneasy. Maybe I'm coming down with something.

. . . fine. I do. I figured they'd be here by now. I worry that maybe I did something. Maybe I offended them. I don't know, Erica . . .

Yeah, okay. I'll go take a walk. If I didn't know better, I would say you were trying to get rid of me.

[laughing] Yeah, yeah, whatever. Don't let the cafe burn down while I'm gone, okay?

[door chime as VA leaves]

[outdoor sounds]

What is wrong with me?

[bumping into someone]

Sorry. I wasn't---

Oh. It's you. Hey.

Whoa, whoa, easy. You okay? You look really pale.

Easy. Slow down. You're gonna pass out at this rate. What's going on? Are you hurt?

No? Then, what is it?

Here. Let me help you back to the cafe. Is that okay? We'll get you some tea and you can tell me what's going on if you want.

This way.

[door opening]

No, they're okay, Erica. Would you make some mint tea please?

Here you are. You okay? Sorry, that must be a stupid question. You're obviously not. Do you wanna talk about it?

Family issues? Yeah, those are no fun. I'm sorry you're going through that.

Just take your time, okay? Deep breaths. In . . . and out. In . . . and out. Better?

Thanks, Erica. I'll take it from here.

C'mon. Let's go upstairs. Talk somewhere more privately.

[footsteps upstairs]

[door opening and closing]

I'm sorry, my friend. I know, that might not mean much, but I still want to say it. Do you . . . do you wanna talk about it? It's okay if you don't. But . . . if you do want to talk about it, I'm here for you. To be honest, I was kind of worried when you pulled your vanishing act.

[laughter] Yeah, well, I got used to seeing you. Our chats. My random babbling.

Yeah, I mean you seem to bring out the awkwardness in me.

I'm sorry. This wasn't what I was trying to say. I just meant . . . I'm here if you need me. If you wanna talk. Or not. I'm still here.

A hug? Yeah, I can do that. Come here.

It's okay. You don't need to apologize. Sometimes, we just need a hug, right? Hugs are great.

[laughter] I'm serious. They remind us that we're not alone in the world, that people care. They're nice.

. . . yeah, hugging you is nice.

It's okay. You don't have to say anything. I understand.

Yeah, I guess I am pretty nice, aren't I?

[laughter] well, you can't be that sad if you're giving me that face.

No, I'm glad. I don't like seeing you upset.

Of course, I don't like it when any of my friends are upset. But . . . no, it's nothing. Really.

Yeah. I'll hold you for a bit longer.

Don't worry. I won't let go until you're ready.

I've got you. I promise.