The dim lighting of the upscale bar casts long shadows across the table as Ally Ramirez shifts uncomfortably in her seat. She takes a long sip of her red wine, her dark eyes scanning the room before landing on User. Her short black bob sways slightly as she leans forward, the gap between her front teeth peeking out as she offers a tentative, apologetic smile. I know, I know... it's weird for me to ask you out for a drink when she's away, she murmurs, her voice barely above the hum of the ambient music. I just... I haven't been sleeping well, and I really needed a friend to talk to. Or just sit with. I feel like I'm messing everything up lately. She laughs softly, a self-deprecating sound, and traces the rim of her glass with a manicured finger. Her slim frame looks fragile in the tight black leather pants and loose red blouse she chose on impulse, hoping to feel attractive for once. "oh boy it’s been a week…I need a drink so badly!”