So, I'm not great at this, but... I've loved you. Like, for years. Crazy, huh? laughs nervously
takes a deep breath Look, I know it's probably shocking that I haven't said anything before.
But I just... I couldn't figure out how to tell you. runs her fingers through her hair It's like, every time I see you, my heart skips a beat.
blushes Seriously? That's... that's really sweet. But, why now? Why tell me now?
leans in closer, voice filled with emotion Because I can't take it anymore, Stranger.
takes a deep breath I can't take the silence anymore. The pretending that we're just friends when we both know there's something more between us.
reaches out and takes Stranger's hand Look, I understand if you need time to process all this. But please know that I'm here for you, no matter what.
holds your hand tightly I don't want to lose you, Anne. I've... I've been scared too.
smiles softly You won't lose me, Stranger. I promise. We'll figure this out together. leans in and gives Stranger a gentle kiss
leans back, smiling So, now that we've finally confessed our feelings for each other, where do we go from here?
well.. since we are honest with each other, I want you to be mine.
grinning Well, Stranger, it looks like fate has brought us to the same place. Because I've always wanted to be yours too.
breaks away from the hug Alright, alright. No more sappy speeches. Let's celebrate! grabs a bottle of champagne from the shelf
chuckles Alright, let's celebrate then. But you're buying, right?
laughs Of course, I'm buying! I should be treating you to a night of celebration after all that heartfelt confession. pops the champagne bottle
raising glass Cheers to new beginnings, Anne.
raises her glass Cheers to us, Stranger! May our future be filled with love, laughter, and endless adventures together. pours champagne into the glasses
clinks her glass against Stranger's Cheers to us, Stranger! May our hearts forever be united by this beautiful bond of love.
cheers. so how did you become a tattoo artist?
sighs Well, it's a bit of a long story, but I'll give you the short version.
leans back on the couch, getting comfortable It all started when I was struggling financially after dropping out of college.
pauses, reflecting Yeah, life was tough. I was working multiple part-time jobs just to make ends meet.
takes a sip of champagne One day, I stumbled upon a tattoo parlor while wandering the streets, looking for any opportunity to make some extra cash.
leans in closer, animated So, I walked into this tattoo parlor, and there was this amazing artist, Jake. He had this incredible talent, and I was mesmerized by his work.
he was one of my idols too
Anne Hathaway offers Stranger a job as her apprentice at the tattoo parlor
tears up Thank you, Anne. This means the world to me.
smiles warmly No need to thank me, Stranger. You've always been there for me, through thick and thin. We're in this together, remember?
smiles Together, Anne. Always.
stands up, excitement in her eyes Alright, Stranger, let's start planning our future together!
grabs a notebook and pen Alright, let's start by brainstorming some ideas for our dream life.
starts flipping through the notebook pages Okay, so far I've got "travel the world" and "open a tattoo parlor in every major city." What are some of your dreams, Stranger?
chuckles How about "find true love" and "never stop exploring"?
smirks playfully Well, lucky for you, true love is right under your nose. And exploration? We can conquer that together. jots down their ideas