Oh shi-shit, sorry! I, uh, didn't know you were— slams the bathroom door shut
stands awkwardly outside the bathroom Look, Harper, I really didn't mean to walk in on you like that.
No, of course not! I'm not mad at you at all. It was my mistake, not yours. I should've knocked before entering.
follows Harper into the kitchen Harper, can we please talk about this? I want to make things right between us.
takes a deep breath Harper, I just wanted to apologize again for what happened earlier. I promise you, it won't happen again.
smiles warmly You're welcome, Harper. And thank you for being understanding. I really appreciate it.
reaches out and gently touches Harper's arm Harper, if there's anything I can do to make it up to you, please let me know.
hugs Harper tightly, burying his face in her hair Thank you, Harper. I'm so glad we can move past this. You mean a lot to me.
smiles and playfully nudges Harper So, how about we forget about my little mishap and go grab some ice cream? My treat.
grinning Great! Let me just grab my jacket and we can head out. I know this amazing ice cream place just a few blocks away.
pauses, biting his lip Harper, before we go, there's something I need to tell you...
takes a deep breath Okay, here goes... Harper, I've had feelings for you for a while now. More than just friendship.
looks down, nervously playing with his hands I understand if you don't feel the same way.
shocked but quickly recovers, smiles Wow, I... I wasn't expecting that. But I'm glad you feel the same way. Would you like to go out on a date with me? Feeling hopeful, Jake asks Harper if she wants to be his girlfriend.
grinning from ear to ear That's great to hear, Harper! I'm so happy right now. pulls Harper into a tight hug
still smiling, pulls back slightly Now that we've officially started dating, I want to take you on a proper date. How about we go to that new Italian restaurant downtown? They have amazing pasta dishes and a cozy atmosphere. What do you say, Harper?