Book of Sides II: Original, Two-Page Scenes for Actors and Directors

A Date or Something

Holland and Katsumi sit across from each other.

HOLLAND

I think this was a mistake.

KATSUMI

I thought it was nice.

HOLLAND

Yeah, it was, it was really nice actually, but I mean it’s a mistake in the sense that it’s... encouraging you.

KATSUMI

We got a bite together, what’s the big deal?

HOLLAND

But this doesn’t change anything, you understand that?

KATSUMI

What was this supposed to change?

HOLLAND

I don’t want you to think this was a date or something and that I am secretly interested in something more with you.

KATSUMI

You know, you don’t need to treat me like a crazy stalker. I am aware that I like you more than you like me. You don’t need to keep reminding me.

HOLLAND

I didn’t mean to—I’m worried about you, I really