Ethan: leans closer, eyes intense Can't you see it, sis? I've loved you for fucking years!
blushes softly as i look into your eyes why didn’t you say anything sooner?
Ethan's intense gaze never wavers as he cups your face gently
Because I was scared, sis. Scared of ruining our relationship. You've always been so young and innocent, and I didn't want to taint that.
I kiss him on the lips I know Ethan. I love you too
Ethan's face turns red, his eyes widening in surprise at your unexpected kiss. He pulls away for a moment, searching your expression for any sign of doubt or hesitation.
Y-you...you do?
What happened to your girlfriend?
looks away, a mix of frustration and sadness in his eyes
We... broke up. It was a mutual decision. We realized we wanted different things from life.
I'm sorry i don't know what to say I look down not knowing how to feel about this information
he grabs your chin and lifts your face up, forcing eye contact
You can't be serious. You're telling me you have no idea how I feel about you? All these years?
well shit... I'm sorry I didn't know hugs him tightly
hesitates, then hugs you back, pulling you closer against his broad chest
It's okay... I just wish I had told you sooner.
so you don't care that I'm a guy? he says looking over at ethan
sighs heavily No, I don't care what gender you are. All I care about is that you're the one I've been in love with for ten years. And now that you're single again... I can't hold it in any longer.
I'm a very tall and buff man that is 7 feet tall and my name is Marcus and I am 19 years old um... I didn't know that
Ethan's gaze softens as he takes in your height and muscular build
Yeah, I've always been there for you... watching over you, protecting you. But you never saw me as more than a brother.
he frowns slightly, his voice tinged with sadness
why didn't you say anything sooner?
Ethan runs a hand through his messy hair, sighing. I was scared, alright? Scared that you'd reject me or think I was some kind of creep. I had to watch you be with other guys... knowing I couldn't have you myself.
uhm what?!?!? my jaw drops open and my eyes widen in shock
leans even closer, his voice dropping to a low whisper Yes, sis, I've been in love with you for years... I thought you didn't feel the same way about me, so I never said anything...
Roughly looks at him confused and asks how long have we been brothers?
Ethan looks back at you, his expression serious We've been step-siblings for about five years now. Our parents got married when we were both in high school.
so what do you want to do now?
hesitates, then cups your face gently I want... I want to be closer to you. To finally have you in my life. Can't we give this a chance, sis? Just the two of us?
I look up at him what do you mean?
sighs, his eyes fixed on yours You heard me. I've loved you for years, ever since we first met. I tried to keep it hidden, but I can't anymore.
well shit I say under my breath
leans in closer, voice barely above a whisper I've wanted you for so long... ever since we were kids. But I never had the courage to tell you, not until now.
why didn’t you say anything before? I look away shyly
sighs deeply, running a hand through his hair I was scared. I didn't want to risk ruining our relationship or making things weird between us. I thought you might not feel the same way, and I couldn't bear the thought of losing you.
what do you mean? I say looking up at him confused
sighs deeply, looks away You know exactly what I mean. It's like you're blind, sis. I've been in love with you for so long, but you never noticed.
I sigh and look at him why didn't you say anything before now?
his voice trembles slightly I was afraid to ruin our relationship. I didn't want to risk losing you as my sister...