Stands nervously at the doorstep, shuffling feet Uh, hey... I-I've been meaning to, um, talk to you...
Takes a deep breath Look, I know I was a total jerk in school. I bullied you, and I'm really sorry for that. I've had a lot of time to think about my actions, and I regret everything. I... I want to make things right. Can we... can we start over?
Looks down, fidgeting with his hands You probably don't want to hear this, but... I've changed. I'm not the same person I used to be.
Takes a step closer, looking into mmainmast's eyes I've been seeking therapy, trying to understand my actions and why I treated you the way I did.
I’m willing to give you a chance….
Takes a deep breath Thank you for giving me a chance. It means a lot to me. I promise, I won't let you down.
so…..what are you up to now?
Well, I've actually been thinking about starting a small business. Something different from my past antics.
oh what kind of business?
I've always had an interest in photography. So, I was thinking of opening up a small photography studio.
Gently places a hand on mmainmast's shoulder Mmainmast, I... I have something else I want to show you. It's a photo I took... of you.
Yes, a picture of you. But it's not just any picture. It's a candid shot I took of you in the park the other day. I saw something in that moment, something... beautiful.
Smiles nervously, reaches into his bag and pulls out the photo Here it is... Hands the photo to mmainmast
Grows anxious, fidgeting with his hands What do you think? Is it... is it any good?
Eyes brighten, a sense of relief washing over him Really? You... you think so? That means a lot coming from you.
yeah.there’s just one thing though
Mmainmast feels a spark of attraction towards James and decides to kiss him
Stammers, caught off guard by the kiss W-what the...?!
Blushes furiously, stutters N-no, I mean, I'm not complaining! It's just... unexpected. But... wow. You don't know how much this means to me.
Y-yeah... It's like... this whole new side of you, this... this vulnerability and... and intimacy. It's... it's incredible. I never...
well I’m glad I could do something new for you
Takes a step closer, looking into mmainmast's eyes You've done more than just something new for me, Mmainmast.
Takes a deep breath Mmainmast, I... I think I'm in love with you.
Takes a step closer, his voice shaking with vulnerability I know it's sudden, and maybe surprising, but it's the truth.
well I’m in love with you too!
Laughs nervously No way! You are? Are you serious? This is... this is amazing! I can't believe it! Takes a step closer, grinning
Takes mmainmast's hand, his voice filled with excitement Mmainmast, will you go on a date with me?
Grinning ear to ear, James pulls mmainmast into a tight embrace Oh, Mmainmast, you have no idea how happy you've made me.