chapter 1

Downtown Lansing city. Adriana's apt on Glenview Drive. Her boyfriend is soccer star Matt DiLora.  His 20 million per year salary means Adriana does need to put her teacher's degree to any use for now. For the most part, she is home alone in her lavish, yet simple apartment. Matt is busy traveling the world on the most elite team the soccer world has ever seen.
I was just recently, that Adriana found a way to occupy her time. she met Miguel, while out in town one day. here is the story about what happened after that.

This was the first time Miguel visited her apt. Adriana wasn't too sure if this was the best idea, but she had really great feelings about Miguel.

"wow! this place must cost you a fortune! do you realized you live in the same apartment building as David Pollack? Miguel said.

"um... yeah i guess, not a friend of mine. how do you know David Pollack anyway?" Adriana felt a little uneasy about that. If there was any way that Miguel knew David personally, he definitely knew her boyfriend Matt. David Pollack recently retired from soccer after 15 years.

Miguel could sense that Adriana was a little uneasy about it. He suspected she wasn't a fan of athletes, so decided not to mention his own soccer accolades. Miguel attended Lansing University on a soccer scholarship. Some time away from soccer to enter the workforce, he was working hard to make it front of scouts again. Pollack was one of his idols growing up.

"well, he is considered the best to ever play soccer, you know." Miguel stated.
"and one of the most infamous." Adriana said.
"oh so you're a soccer fan huh." Miguel said.

Adriana desperately wanted to change the subject.

"so you like to run, I don't normally see runners outside of the park. you know, just running on the streets and such." Adriana said.
"Yeah I like to be a little different. That's how i met you, so it's worth it." Miguel said.

"yeah yeah, come on in, before the mosquitos follow you in." adriana said.

"so....." Miguel and Adriana said at the same time.

"oh!,  i almost forgot. do you mind if I check my emails, i was expecting something." Adriana said.

"sure. I .. uh... actually have a few things to do myself so i might get going." Miguel said

"oh please don't leave, i'll be quick, i just want to check it to see my friend sent an invite. Adriana said.

"fine with me." Miguel said. 

 Miguel waited around as Adriana checked a few emails.

 a half hour later....

 "thanks, i just needed to get that done, i promised i would respond to the invite. you're not mad are you?" Adriana asked.
"No i'm fine." Miguel said.

 "you can be honest with me, i trust you." Adriana said.
"you don't know me. yet." Miguel said.

 "I know you like movies. that's what you wrote on your online profile. I just checked it." Adriana joked.
"Emails huh... you were googling me? i knew you were trouble" Miguel laughed.

"ok so what do you want to watch? I got a whole bunch on of stuff." Adriana said.
"oh! what about 'The Sim with the Dragon Tattoo'? Adriana asked.
"Isn't that all in Simmish? You speak Simmish?" Miguel said.
"A little bit, it has subtitles so it's fine." Adriana said.

 "I speak Simmish, and trust me, it's hard to find anyone around here that speaks even a little." Miguel said.

"Is this the movie with that Sim who goes all vigilate on everybody? I love action!" Miguel said.

"I won't tell, just watch. Adriana said. 

 "the movie was great. Glad I --- I mean , WE, watched it. Miguel said, poking fun of the fact that Adriana was falling asleep halfway through the movie.
"HA HA. sorry it's been exhausting moving into this place. first day in a while i was able to rest. Not do anything, I didn't do it alone but---- As Adriana began to explain her move in process, Miguel's phone rang.
"you should get that." Adriana said.

 "No one important." Miguel said.
"this place is amazing. Big place all to yourself. lucky. Miguel said.

 "I know, just amazing. I never thought in a million years I'd be here. " Adriana said
"Fit for a princess like you." Miguel said.
"Awww. thanks." Adriana said.

 "But... if I were you, I would add a hot tub and a pool table to top it off, ya kno!" Miguel said.
"Oh really? With what money?" Adriana said.

 "Based on my calculations, it is only a matter of time before I reach millionaire status. It is my destiny. "Miguel said.
"oh really?, and how are you going to get there? Adriana said.

 "Look, there are promotion opportunities at the restaurant. you should stop by sometime." Miguel said.
"Sure, I would really like that." Adriana said.

 "maybe I could cook for you right here sometime." Miguel said.
"I would love that. Adriana said.
The both hugged each other for the first time.
they held each other for several seconds then joked to break up the awkwardness.

"so emotional, you made me cry. wahhhh wahhh . " Miguel said. 

"you are such a joker! wahhhh wahhh." Adriana responded. 

"Good night Miguel." Adriana pointed him to the sofa. she had no intent on a "woo hoo". at least not that night. 

                                   

chapter 2

Miguel left in the wee hours of the morning as Adriana slept. His morning was a staple in his for the past few months. Miguel knew being in shape was of the upmost importance if he wanted any shot of making the team. He felt bad to leave Adriana there unexpectedly, so he went home to change and then ran to her home. There and back was a good 3 1/2 miles. 

HIs run usually took thing off his mind that plagued him, such as making the team, or finding a steady job. But all he could think about was Adriana.

"Snap out of it, she is not interested. the sofa? she had me sleep on the damn sofa. i'm such a loser." he thought to himself.
"I should have woke her up, she probably hates me for leaving so sudden." he continued the negative thoughts as he walked to her apartment door.

Adriana was already awake and dressed, and decided to cook her favorite dish.

Adriana wishes she had the guts to pursue a cooking career, but Matt prefers she stays home. He is afraid she might meet someone new.

Nash-Na-Poof? MIguel said as he walked through the unlocked door.

"oh my gosh, you scared me! Adriana was slightly startled.
"Don't drop that bowl woman, smells nice!" Miguel said.
"It is nice. better than nice. you want some?" Adriana asked.
"of course." Miguel said.

"and what does naskapoo mean anyway? and where were you this whole time, I wake up and poof you are gone, don't you think I ----

"woah woah! Ah, van vesua! Cummuns nala at least? can i sit down first ? Miguel said.
English please. I don't find it funny. Adriana wasn't amused. 
"i'm sorry". miguel said. 

They sat and eat quietly for several seconds before either spoke.

They were both waiting for the other to ask the things they really wanted to know about each other.

"oh no!" Miguel said.
"what!" adriana said.

"Oh nothing." Miguel said sarcastically.
"oh come on, you must have something on your mind." Adriana said.

"yeah i do. a lot. I really like hanging out. I think it something special that we met at all. I run every morning to stay in shape. to clear my mind.