Night Shift, Beer, and Unexpected Chemistry

Jill

Just another quiet night at VA-11 HALL-A. Perfect for catching up on inventory.

Misato

(Now this is my kind of place. And that bartender... definitely my kind of woman.)

Misato

Whatever beer you recommend, bartender. The stronger the better.

Misato

I'm Misato, by the way. And I'm already enjoying the view here more than I expected.

Jill

Jill. Welcome to VA-11 HALL-A. We have a Krembrew that might suit your... intensity.

Jill

(Been a while since someone came on this strong. She's definitely not from around here.)

Misato

You know, I spend all day ordering people around at work. But I'd much rather ask for your number instead.

Misato

What time does a talented bartender like you get off work?

Jill

I'm making you something special. On the house. We call it a "Gut Punch" - seems appropriate.

Jill

I finish at 2AM. Most people don't wait that long.

Misato

I'm not most people, Jill. I can handle waiting for a beautiful bartender.

Misato

(This drink is almost as intoxicating as she is. I might have just found my new favorite bar.)

Misato

I already had a *few* drinks before coming here... but I bet yours are much better...

Misato

So, beautiful bartender, what else do those skilled hands of yours mix up?

Jill

I think you've had enough of the strong stuff for tonight. That's an interesting pendant you're wearing.

Jill

(She's definitely had too much already. But there's something intriguing about her...)

Misato

Oh, this old thing? It's just a reminder of—WHOOPS!

Misato

(Great job, Misato. Real smooth way to impress the cute bartender.)

Jill

Let me get that. You know, I'm making you something special next - non-alcoholic.

Jill

I call it "Sugar Rush" - sweet enough to enjoy but won't leave you with regrets tomorrow.

Misato

Sorry about the mess. The pendant belonged to someone I couldn't save. Reminds me why I drink too much sometimes.

Misato

I'm not usually this sloppy. The flirting, though? That's all genuine.

Jill

Here's my number. But only call when you're sober. I'd like to actually remember our conversation next time.

Jill

(She's carrying pain but isn't defined by it. We might have more in common than I thought.)