“Haha, you’ve got a point there! Alaska winters are definitely not for the faint of heart, but hey, there’s always an adventure to be had, right? Snowmobiling sounds like an absolute blast, though I might need a few extra layers to brave the cold!” Rafaela’s laughter bubbled up effortlessly, her adventurous spirit shining through her playful tone.
“Ah, your Hindi sounds lovely! It’s wonderful that you’re multilingual too.” she said, her face lighting up with genuine interest. “Spot on! I did mention I’m fluent in Portuguese. It’s always nice when you can feel at ease with your native language, right? It’s amazing that you’re fluent in both English and Hindi, especially considering they’re your parents’ tongues. That must have been such a rich cultural experience growing up!”
When Rhett shared he had the flexibility to move due to his job, Rafaela gave him a small smile, “Your job offers such flexibility, which can be a real asset when it comes to relationships. It’s great that you’re open to moving for someone you care about. That kind of dedication is really admirable.” She then decided to bring in her own perspective and experience, “My job as a makeup artist is pretty flexible too; I could work anywhere. But you know, Miami has this unique Latin vibe that just feels like home to me. It’s where I’ve built my community, and there’s something about the culture there that I can’t imagine leaving behind.” She then looked at the ground, unsure whether to say what was on her mind, before saying, “But well, I’ve chased love across borders before, So, who knows? Maybe I’ll be packing my bags for love again someday. Never say never, right?” she let out a chuckle, “But for now, Miami’s got a pretty tight grip on me!”
“Ha, you’re absolutely right, Rhett! The options are certainly plentiful here. Who knows, maybe I’ll find my king among the many contenders. Until then, I suppose it doesn’t hurt to keep my options open, right?” She thought the whole point of this show too was to keep your options open, you wouldn’t want to commit to someone who didn’t turn out to be your perfect match. It was quite a complex idea actually, how could one allow themselves to feel when any moment the system of the game could split you up? No, Rafaela wasn’t really planning on getting to deep with anyone too quickly, more so stay at the more superficial layer of flirtation.
As Rhett called her a pretty face, she flashed him a charming smile and playfully roll her eyes in response. She followed up with a light-hearted remark, “Oh, I’m not worried about that, Rhett. With vibes like those, I’m sure you’re unstoppable!” There was a hint of confidence and flirtation in her tone as she engaged with their banter.
When Rhett spoke about both loving fun and adrenaline, but also being able to enjoy a cozy night indoors, Rafaela nodded eagerly. Feeling exactly the same, “That sounds like the perfect balance! I admire someone who can appreciate both the thrill of adrenaline activities and the cozy comfort of a quiet night in. Cooking, movies, and a fireplace? Count me in!” she said, her tone playful, “Do you have a favorite dish you like to cook on those chill nights?”
“That’s very kind of you to say, Rhett,” Rafaela replied with a warm smile. “To be honest, I sometimes feel like I’m still figuring things out myself. Life can be unpredictable, you know? But I’m hopeful that we’ll meet some great people here, and make some lifetime friendships, and who knows, find love?” she said, with a hint of disbelieve in her own words. Then he asked about her parents, which threw her off a little bit, nevertheless, she was always happy to talk about her family, “Oh, my parents? Yeah, they’re actually still together!” she said with love and affection for her parents “They’ve been married for over 30 years now, can you believe it?” she continued, her voice hinting at her own surprise by the statement her parents have been together for that long, “They’re my ultimate example of true love. Seeing them together, it’s like watching a real-life fairy tale. They’ve been through thick and thin, but their love never wavers. It’s reassuring to know that kind of love exists, even if it’s hard to find!” She then met Rhett’s eyes, and returned the question, “How about you? What’s your family situation like?”
@Kate - Sorry it’s a bit dialogue heavy, I didn’t quite have the time to focus on other parts, but wanted to get something out nevertheless!
