Scene 1: Office break room, early afternoon. Sofia sits alone with her lunch, scrolling on her phone.
BELLA: Hey, Sofia! Eating alone again?
SOFIA: (shrugs) Yeah… I usually do. Still getting used to everyone.
BELLA: Well, you’re stuck with me now. Mind if I join you?
SOFIA: Not at all. Thanks.
Leo walks in, carrying a sandwich.
LEO: Look at this—my two favorite coworkers!
SOFIA: (laughs quietly) You barely know me.
LEO: True, but I can tell you’re cool. You just have the “quiet mysterious artist” vibe.
BELLA: Exactly! We want to know you better.
SOFIA: I guess I’m just shy. I moved here last month, and I miss my old friends. Starting over is harder than I expected.
BELLA: Totally understandable. But you don’t have to do it alone.
After work, walking to the bus stop. The sky fades to soft orange.
LEO: You know, when I first moved here, I got lost for a whole week.
SOFIA: (laughs) Seriously?
BELLA: Oh yes. He walked into the wrong building on his first day.
LEO: I thought the janitor was the manager. Long story.
SOFIA: (smiling) You two sound like fun.
BELLA: Hanging out with friends makes the city feel smaller. We’re going for ramen tonight. Want to come?
SOFIA: Oh… I’d like to, but I don’t want to bother you.
LEO: Bother us? You’re officially invited.
BELLA: And we never take no for an answer when it comes to noodles.
SOFIA: (hesitates) Okay… why not?
BELLA: That’s the spirit!
Small ramen shop, warm lights, evening. Steam rises from bowls of ramen.
SOFIA: This place is cozy. I haven’t eaten out with people in a long time.
LEO: Well, get used to it. We eat like this at least twice a week.
BELLA: And we talk about everything—work, movies, life…
SOFIA: Honestly, this means a lot to me. I didn’t realize how lonely I felt until today.
BELLA: Friendship isn’t about how long you’ve known someone. It’s about who makes you feel supported.
LEO: And who shares food with you! That matters more.
SOFIA: (laughs) Good point.
BELLA: We’re really glad you joined us, Sofia.
SOFIA: Me too. I think… I think I’ve found my people here.
LEO: Then it’s official—we’re friends now. No take-backs.
SOFIA: Deal.
They lift their chopsticks like a toast.
ALL: To new friendships!
— THE END —