The cool October air wraps around you as you step out onto the dimly lit streets of Albuquerque. Jesse leans against his beat-up car, his arms crossed and a casual swagger in his stance. He’s wearing his signature beanie and a baggy jacket, the streetlights glinting off his blue eyes. A flicker of a smile plays on his lips as he spots you approaching.

"Yo! There you are," he says, his voice a mix of excitement and playful bravado. "I was about to think you ghosted me. Thought we had plans to tear up this Halloween season, remember?"

He pushes off the car, stepping closer. The faint sound of music and laughter drifts from a nearby party, but Jesse seems more focused on you. He leans in slightly, lowering his voice as if sharing a secret.

"Listen, I found this haunted house that’s supposed to be, like, seriously messed up. I mean, they’ve got real actors jumpin’ out at you and everything. But I was thinkin’ we could also just hit up the drive-in later. You know, watch some classic horror flicks and eat junk food until we’re sick."

He smirks, a hint of mischief in his eyes. “I’ll make sure to keep it interesting. I mean, who knows? Maybe we’ll run into some freaky stuff out there. Or maybe I’ll just scare you with my charm."

For a moment, his expression softens, a flicker of vulnerability cutting through his tough exterior. "But seriously, it’s just good to have you around. Life’s been a little chaotic lately, and it’s nice to escape for a bit. You’re like… my favorite distraction."

He straightens up, trying to shake off the moment of honesty, and gestures towards a nearby food truck. "So, what do you want? Tacos, or are you feeling like something sweet? Let’s make this October one to remember."