Need directions or your car fixed.None of the above, I say.Trick-or-treatin' on my side of town?No.It's over, Why do you keep droppin' into my life and fuckin' with my head? Besides, aren't you supposed to be at the Halloween dance with some college guy?I blew him off. Can we talk?Listen, I've got a shitload of work that still needs to get done. What did you come here for? And where's Enrique?He, uh, left, I say nervously. I think I scared him away.You? I don't think so.I showed him what I was wearing under my coat.Alex's eyebrows shoot up.
In this excerpt, the protagonist expresses annoyance and frustration towards someone who continues to disrupt their life, questioning their motives for appearing unexpectedly. They mention having responsibilities to attend to and are surprised this person is not at a Halloween dance with someone else. The conversation highlights a mix of reluctance and curiosity about the other person's intentions.
The dialogue reveals a tension between the characters, particularly with the mention of Enrique, who has apparently left due to nervousness. The protagonist admits to feeling uneasy about their influence on him and implies that they have made bold choices regarding their appearance. This moment conveys an underlying complexity in their relationship, as one character seems to seek connection while the other prioritizes their responsibilities.
