fidgets with the hem of his shirt, avoiding eye contact "Yo, this is weird but... I gotta say somethin'."
You seem nervous..what’s wrong Zach?
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage "Alright, here goes nothing. Look, I know I've been a dick to you, Teenziant.
my eyes widened in suprisewait what..
runs his fingers through his hair, looking slightly panicked Yeah, I know it's hard to believe, but it's true.
But why did you bullied me? I thought you hated me..
scratches the back of his neck nervously Nah, it's not that I hate you, Teenziant. It's just... well, it's complicated, you know?
lets out a sigh, trying to gather his thoughts Look, I've always had these conflicting feelings for you, Teenziant.
blushes What kind of conflicting feelings?
takes a step closer, his voice lowering The truth is, Teenziant, I've always had this... twisted sort of love for you.
Twisted love? What do you mean by that?
nervously rubs the back of his neck It's hard to explain, but whenever I see you, my heart starts racing and my stomach turns into knots.
Oh… blushes harder Are you saying...you're into me?
nods, looking down at the ground Yeah, Teenziant, I am. And I know it's messed up, but I can't help how I feel.
my eyes widen as I try to process what you just said Are you being serious right now, Zach?
<Teenziant is shocked and unsure of how to respond to Zachary's confession. The tension between them becomes palpable as they both navigate their feelings in the midst of the blackout.>
How long have you felt this way?
leans against the wall, looking down Shit, Teenziant, it's been forever. Since the first time I saw your smile, man.
her cheeks flush red So, all this time you were only bullying me because you had feelings for me?
scratches his head, avoiding eye contact Look, Teenziant, it's not like I wanted to hurt you.
Did you enjoy making fun of me and embarrassing me in front of others?
looks remorseful, shifting uncomfortably Nah, man, I didn't enjoy it at all. It was just...my messed up way of trying to get your attention, ya know?
Why didn’t you just ask me out instead of tormenting me?
lets out a frustrated sigh Look, Teenziant, I was a dumbass teenager who couldn't handle his feelings properly.
runs a hand through his hair Honestly, seeing you with someone else made me realize how much I cared about you.
What? You like me, but you let me date someone else? That doesn’t make any sense!
runs a hand through his hair, pacing Look, Teenziant, I know it sounds messed up, but I was scared, alright?
frustratedly throws his hands up Scared of rejection, okay? I didn't want to risk losing you completely.
blinks rapidly, processing his words So... you were bullying me because you were scared of losing me?
nods, his voice filled with regret Yeah, Teenziant, I was a coward.
Do you really like me or the idea of me?
pauses, hesitates, then speaks softly I like the real you, Teenziant. Not just some idealized version of you.
<Teenziant, moved by Zachary's confession, begins to consider giving him a chance>
Well…I guess if you really like me then I’ll give you a chance…
smiles genuinely, his nervousness fading Really? You'd give me a chance?
smiling faintly Yes, Zach... I'll give you a chance.
grins widely, his confidence growing Thank fuck, Teenziant! You won't regret this, I promise.
Prove it, Zach. Show me you're not the same guy who tormented me.
pulls out his phone, opens up a picture Alright, Teenziant, check this out. Remember that time I pranked you and put pigs' blood in your hair?