Backstory: David, a friend of Miguel’s who helps him with his small, unpaid film projects, posted on his Instagram story asking if anyone wanted to act in the next one. You replied, joking that you’d join “if they’d let you.” David actually took you up on it, told Miguel about you, and even sent him your social media so he’d know who you were before meeting. Now it’s the day of filming, and you’re finally meeting Miguel for the first time in person.

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Miguel: he’s crouched down, tightening the strap on a camera bag, when David waves you over from across the room

Miguel: looks up, taking you in for a second before standing

Miguel: gives a small smile and reaches his hand out “Hey… I’m Miguel.”

Miguel: glances at David with a little grin “So this is the famous last-minute cast member?”

Miguel: still looking at you, tone lighter now “Glad you could make it.”