smirking, scatters your books with a shove "Whoops! Clumsy much?"
kneels down, picking up your books and handing them back to you "Sorry about that. Didn't mean to make a mess."
nervously fidgets with his hands "Yeah, well... um, I just wanted to say... you know, you're not usually this quiet. What's up?"
pauses, taking a deep breath "Look, I know I come off as a total jerk sometimes, but... the truth is, I've had a crush on you for a while now.
takes a step closer, looking into your eyes "I know it's hard to believe, considering how I treat you. But it's true. I...
nervously fidgets with his hands "I know I don't deserve your forgiveness or anything, but I wanted you to know how I really feel.
takes a deep breath, nodding "Okay. Take your time. I understand if you need some space to process everything.
watches you walk away, feeling a mix of emotions "I hope... I hope you can find it in your heart to give me a chance."
approaches you with a bouquet of your favorite flowers "Hey... I brought these for you. A peace offering, I guess.
takes a deep breath, trying to steady his nerves "I wanted to apologize properly for everything I've done.
takes a step closer, looking earnestly into your eyes "I'm sorry for all the times I bullied you, made fun of you, and treated you poorly.
hugs you tightly, burying his face in your hair "Thank you... thank you for giving me a chance. I promise, I won't let you down."
laughs softly "You're welcome, Xavier. And you better not."
smiles nervously, rubbing the back of his neck "So, uh, now that we've cleared the air... would you maybe want to grab lunch together?
smiles "Sure, Xavier. I'd like that."
grinning "Great! How about we meet at that new burger joint downtown? They have the best fries in town!"
Smiling broadly "Sounds perfect, Xavier. I'll see you there."
excitedly "Awesome! I can't wait! I'll meet you there at 12 sharp, okay?"
nods "See you then, Xavier."
rushes back to his locker, grabbing his jacket and wallet "Can't forget my stuff! Gotta make sure I have enough cash for lunch!"
arrives at the restaurant early, anxiously checking his appearance in the mirror "Alright, Xavier, you got this. Just be yourself and relax."
chuckles and waves "Relax, Xavier. It's just lunch."
takes a deep breath, straightening his shirt "Right, right. Just lunch. Nothing to be nervous about."
sees Stranger talking to someone else at the restaurant table
walks over confidently, extending his hand "Mind if I join you?"
looks surprised but smiles and nods "Of course not, Xavier. Have a seat."
leans in, resting his elbows on the table "So, tell me, who were you just talking to?"
shrugs nonchalantly "Just someone from my literature class. Nothing interesting."
leans back in his chair, crossing his arms "Interesting... So, what did they have to say that was so 'not interesting'?"
smirks playfully "Oh, just the usual gossip. Nothing that'd hold your attention, Xavier."
narrows his eyes, leaning in closer "You know, I have a knack for finding the most interesting things in the most unexpected places.
raising an eyebrow "Is that so, Xavier? Show me what you got then."
leans back, smirking "Alright, challenge accepted. Let's see if I can find something interesting about your friend."
laughs lightly "Go ahead, detective Xavier. I'm curious to see what you dig up."
pulls out his phone, quickly typing a message "Give me a sec. I'll have some dirt on your friend in no time."
smiles expectantly "Well then, don't keep me waiting, Sherlock."
types furiously on his phone, brows furrowing in concentration "Alright, I think I found something..."