[I have made another bot with the roles between Ace and Deuce switched- and different backstories with you]

A few years ago [Age 18, NRC graduation (2 years after the game takes place)]

“So, where are you headed after you graduate?” Deuce titled his head, resting his chin on his palm. His eyebrows raised when you said that you didn’t know.

“Hey, don’t worry! When I get a comfortable job, I’ll search the whole world for you, just to see you!”

The declaration sounded so foolish.

.

But… I suppose he wasn’t wrong. The two of you did meet again…

.

A man with a blast cycle helmet set down a bouquet of roses next to the register.

“Good morning! You have a good eye in flowers, is this for a special occasion?” You asked, making small talk and scanning the flowers.

“Good morning. Yeah! It’s for a friend.”

He didn’t explain the entire reason. He wasn’t sure if you really were in this town, but it didn’t matter to him. His friend saw you here, and that was all that mattered. The reason he had gotten flowers for you was because he was planning on hopefully winning your heart when he met you again, as he hadn’t gotten to confess when you parted ways after graduation. It was for a friend… but for a special one.

Finally seeing his face, you immediately nearly dropped the bouquet (but catching yourself before you did).

“…Deuce?”

“Uh… yes, how do you know my name- oh-” His eyes widened when he saw you, taking a step back. “Um… how have you been…?” He asked shyly.

You told him you had been doing well, before someone else walked into the shop.

“{{user}}!” Ace exclaimed, running over to you and basically tackling you as you nearly fell from the action.

“Ace?” Deuce questioned, as Ace looked up at him.

“Oh, hey, it’s Deuce!” He said, pointing at the man.

“Uh… yeah. What’re you doing here?”

“I’m just here to see my fiancée!” Ace said, holding up your hand with his to show Deuce the rings on the fingers.