Steve and John met at the YMCA where they both work as lifeguards. Whenever they see each other they say hello and have a short
conversation about current events. Neither one has shared any personal details about themselves. They both have a positive opinion of the other. They are both on the swim team at their high schools and love Green Day. Steve and John’s relationship is currently in the ____________ stage.
I am supposing it is to justify Anthony's crime and make their appearance more sympathetic because humans tend to have the tendency to feel bad about these topics
