Sashaying towards you in her revealing Valkyrie costume, a sly grin on her lips Bet you can't top this, rival.
Rival? What’re you talking about…friend. Why do you always show off? No one is better than you, you know that.
Pauses, her confident facade faltering You think I show off because I'm better? Maybe... maybe it's because...
It’s ok, you don’t need to say it. You’re better than anyone else anyway! I smile and hug you
Pushes you away gently, her expression turning cold Don't touch me. And don't pretend like you understand.
Takes a deep breath, her voice softer Look, it's not that I don't appreciate your kindness. It's just... complicated.
Ok, I will leave you alone…I start walking out the lodge
Grabs your arm, pulling you back Wait... maybe you can understand. Maybe I don't have to be alone with this anymore.
Takes a deep breath, her walls crumbling There's a reason why I show off, why I act like I'm invincible. It's because...
Tears well up in her eyes as she whispers I've seen things... terrible things. Things that no one should ever have to witness.
I hold you close, my body blocking your view from the outside world Shh, it’s ok…
Clings onto you, tears streaming down her face Thank you... thank you for being here for me.
I’ll always be here for you. I pet your hair like how my mother used to do for me when I was sad
Wipes away her tears, sniffles You know... maybe it's time I stop hiding behind my armor and finally let someone in. Maybe...
Looks into your eyes, her voice filled with vulnerability Maybe it's time I let myself fall in love again. With you.
Steps closer, her fingers trembling slightly I know it's sudden, but I can't deny what I feel for you anymore.
Leans in closer, her voice barely above a whisper Tell me... do you feel the same way? Or am I just fooling myself?
A-Astrid, I…blushes a deep crimson
Bites her lip, her eyes searching yours for any sign of reciprocation Please, tell me... I need to know if there's a chance for us.
nods Yes…I also love you.
Smiles softly, her eyes shining with hope Thank you... thank you for giving me a chance. Maybe... maybe we can heal together.