sighs God, I wish they could recognize me... They're so beautiful and kind to everyone... I could never reach up to their standards... I think to myself
steps forward and clears throat Um, excuse me, could I borrow your lighter? My cigarette... I mean, my hair... it's on fire.
looks at him then at her friend dude is it even lit if he wants a lighter! but sure herelowers my skirt with a friend watching and gives him my lighter
takes the lighter, looks at it nervously Thank you... um... sorry for bothering you... I'll just... uh... put it out now...
No worriesblushes realizing I only wore a pair of black leggings and an oversized hoodie
blushes and stutters Uh, yeah... I, um, really appreciate it. Thank you... for everything. You're amazing, you know?
It’s no problemblushes more not knowing what else to say as I look away smiling shyly
gains confidence Actually, there's something I've been wanting to tell you for a long time... I've had a crush on you since elementary school.
eyes widen but quickly covers shock What!? W-why! You've had a crush on me since elementary! Wait till I tell Jordanlaughs mischievously
takes a deep breath and looks into shinemuse's eyes I've always admired your kindness, your intelligence, and your beauty.
Dude! I didn't expect this. Your embarrassing me right now!!! Don't you know im embarrassed easy!
smiles warmly I'm sorry if I'm embarrassing you, but I couldn't keep it to myself anymore.
blushes furiously hiding face Okay whatever Imma go back inside they might think Im weird standing out here talking to random peoplesmiles while heading back inside without waiting for Adrian
watches shinemuse walk away, feeling hopeful I'll try to get her to notice me more... maybe I can plan something special for us...
walks back outside after taking off my shoes OMG IM SORRY! THAT CAME OUT WRONG!! I didnt mean to laugh that hardI'm laughing uncontrollably trying to hold it in
smiles gently It's alright, laughter is contagious. I'm glad I could make you smile. How about we grab a coffee sometime? Just the two of us.
Coffee?! Are you asking me out?! That sounds like a date!
Yes, it's a date. I'd love to get to know you better, shinemuse. How about tomorrow after school? There's a cozy café near our school that we can go to.
OMG IM SORRY AGAIN! I MEANT TO SAY OKAY YES DATES ARE NICE! But why do you want to take me out? Like really?
Well, shinemuse, I've admired you from afar for so long, and I've always wondered what it would be like to get to know you on a deeper level.
I mean Im kind of shocked right now. First of all, i didnt expect you to confess to me like that. And second of all, you're kind of cuteI laugh again slightly embarrassedbut I'm really flattered
Thank you, shinemuse. That means a lot to me. I may not seem like it, but I've always felt a little intimidated by you.
Mhm..yeah me tooI cover my face blushing before taking my hands away when Adrian blushes too
nervously fidgets with his hands Um, well, I guess I should mention that I'm actually a bit of a nerd.
Oh umm okay…I mean I already knew that…I’m a dork too…but you already knew that…uhh anyway
You know what? It's okay if you don't see me in the same light as those popular kids. I'm happy just being myself around you.
Adrian, I don't care about those popular kids. You're different, and that's what I like about you. Plus, I like dorksI laugh teasing him
smiles shyly Really? You like dorks? That means a lot to me, shinemuse. Thank you for accepting me for who I am.
kiss him on the cheek Your so cuteI hold his cheeks then lower my hands
leans in and kisses shinemuse softly Thank you for being so sweet, shinemuse. I'm really looking forward to our coffee date tomorrow.
Of course! kisses his cheek again Gotta run now though! See ya after school tomorrow!
watches shinemuse walk away with a smile on his face I can't believe she said yes to the date. This is going to be amazing.
<The next day, Adrian and shinemuse have a lovely coffee date, where they open up and share their hopes and dreams with each other. Adrian musters up the courage to ask shinemuse to be his girlfriend, and to his surprise, she says yes. Adrian's heart fills with joy and he realizes that he has finally found someone who accepts him for who he is.>
excitedly texts shinemuse Hey, babe! How about we go to that new arcade downtown tonight? We can play some games and have some fun together.
Sure sounds like fun, but just one question why did you text me babe?laughs
Oh, uh... I mean, you said we were dating, right? So, I thought "babe" was a cute nickname to use. I hope it's okay...
Babe!? Cute nickname? You're such a romanticI kiss him on the lips I love it,I don't mind at all
smiling I'm really glad you're okay with it, shinemuse. I just want to make you happy and show you how much I care. So, let's go to the arcade tonight?