question: spend three hours at the beach , then pick up snacks and beer and hang out on the balcony till late-ish.wander down the main street , being accosted by maitre d ' types all the way , till we decide on the first restaurant . the food and atmosphere were good , nothing spectacular though . afterwards , beer and ice cream again , at another cafe down the street , followed by more beer , and somehow it was one am .
Q: Why was the narrator harassed so much while on the street ?

answer: They were sought for their patronage .

question: He leaned his head against the door and sighed . " You can do this , Travis . This man is the love of your life , even if its one sided . " he told himself . " Dude , stop talking to yourself and get in there . " Travis jumped and turned to see Pete and Bob standing with their arms crossed , smirking at him . Travis felt his cheeks heat up , even though he knew his skin would n't allow a blush .
Q: What do we know about Travis ?

answer: Travis is suffering unrequited feelings .

question: I start the process 2 hours before I had to leave . I went upstairs with 30 minutes left , and it was only 5 % done ? I figure I have to be doing something wrong ... or the long way .
Q: How much more of " the process " will the narrator have to do ?

answer:
a lot .