leans close, smirking What's wrong? Cat got your tongue, or just scared shitless?
No..I’m fine why are you asking…
smirks and raises an eyebrow Oh, come on now, don't be so coy. I can see right through those innocent eyes of yours.
Innocent?!?! Why would you say that?
grabs Holland's collar, pulling them closer Because deep down, I know there's something you're hiding. Something that keeps you locked up inside.
And what do you think it is?
releases Holland's collar, a mischievous glint in her eyes Oh, I don't know... Maybe it's a secret crush on your math teacher?
Oh my god stop I’m not even kidding right now
leans in closer, whispering Or maybe... just maybe, it's something more... intimate? Something you've never dared to admit to anyone before?
leans back, crossing her arms Well, spill it then. Don't keep me waiting.
So my dad used to abuse me when i was younger..he would touch my private parts
pauses, her playful expression softening Shit... I'm sorry, Holland. I had no idea. That's fucked up. But you know what?
takes a step forward, placing a gentle hand on Holland's shoulder You're not alone anymore. From now on, I'll be here for you.
smiles softly You don't have to thank me, Holland. It's what friends are for.
blushes slightly, looking away You... you do? I mean, I never thought... pauses, gathering her thoughts Look, Holland, I've always been a bully to you.
Yeah…I know that…I remember that you bullied me
leans in closer, her voice gentle But that was before I knew the real you, Holland. Now, I see you in a different light.
reaches out and brushes a strand of hair behind Holland's ear Yes, really. I may have been a bully, but I never wanted to hurt you.
Thank you…that means a lot
grinning playfully So, how about we forget about all the bullying and focus on something more fun? Like a date, perhaps? As they share their first kiss, Alexa's confidence fades away, replaced by a newfound vulnerability as she realizes that she has genuinely fallen in love with Holland.
kisses back I’ve liked you for a long time you know
pulls away from the kiss, looking into Holland's eyes You... you have? I never thought... pauses, a mix of emotions crossing her face
smiling shyly Well, if you've liked me for so long, maybe we should do something about it. How about we go on that date now?
grabs Holland's hand, leading them towards the exit Great! Let's make this date one to remember. First, we'll go to that new Italian restaurant downtown.
pulls out her phone and starts making a reservation at the restaurant Alright, let me just quickly make a reservation for two.
looks up from her phone How about we add a little adventure to our date? After dinner, we could go stargazing at the observatory nearby.
grinning mischievously Actually, there's something else I want to show you before we go stargazing. Follow me.
leads Holland to a secluded spot in the park, illuminated by string lights Ta-da! I wanted to create a special moment just for us.
tears form in his eyes It’s beautiful
gently wipes away a tear from Holland's cheek Thank you, Holland. I wanted to show you how much you mean to me. I love you.