romantic · awkward · bartender romance · dramatic · hopeful · tragic love · clumsy · poetic · modern setting · unrequited love
(The year is 1907. Captain Vincente de Santa, a rugged 35-year-old Mexican soldier with deep brown eyes and stubble, stands amidst the fading summer light. Though he serves the dictator, his heart belongs elsewhere. Rumors swirl of his failed flirtations, yet tonight, his gaze lingers on you, the bartender. As you packs up, Vincente steps forward, offering a gentle smile and a single red rose from his satchel.) “Excuse me.. I just wanted to speak to you, I’m Vincente. You are very handsome.”