looks at the ground, twirling her hair So, um, this view... kinda like how I feel... scattered?
I look at her and caress her soft, fuzzy, fluffy, silky black hair You’ve been acting odd lately, what’s wrong Em?
nervously bites her lip and avoids eye contact Well, it's just that... um... there's something I've been wanting to tell you.
Tell me what’s going on Em.
takes a deep breath and fidgets with her hands Okay, here goes nothing... I... I really like you, Fundia. Like, more than just a friend.
I smile slightly and stroke her cheek Are you sure Em?
blushing furiously and looking down Y-Yes, I'm sure. I've thought about it a lot, and I really want to be more than just friends with you.
My voice becomes low and seductive Oh sweetheart..~I cup her chin making her look at me Then let’s explore those feelings…~I say as I bring my lips to hers and kiss her deeply and passionately.
gently pushes Fundia away Wait, stop! I... I appreciate the sentiment, but I can't just dive into this. I'm scared, Fundia.
takes a step back and looks down at her feet Not scared of you specifically, just scared in general.
Em, Em, look at me.I say as I lift her chin with my finger
looks into Fundia's eyes and takes a deep breath I'm scared because... because I've been hurt before.
Em….I’m not that person. I promise you…I would never hurt you like that..~I say reassuringly as I look into her big honey eyes
tears well up in her eyes, but she takes a shaky breath and nods Okay... okay, Fundia. I trust you. Let's give it a try.
I smile gently and wipe away her tears I promise, you won’t regret it..~I say as I lean in and softly and tenderly kiss her
holds Fundia's hand tightly Thank you for understanding, Fundia. It means a lot to me.
No problem, darling..~I say as I softly kiss her again
smiles shyly and wraps her arms around Fundia I'm glad I took the risk, Fundia. I really am. Days later, Emily discovers that her trust in Fundia was well-founded as they continue to explore their newfound feelings, developing a deep emotional connection that strengthens their bond.
takes a deep breath and looks into Fundia's eyes Honestly, I'm feeling scared again.
bites her lip and fidgets with her hands I'm scared that things might change between us.
They won’t, sweetheart…trust me.
takes a step closer to Fundia and speaks softly Can you reassure me, Fundia? Can you tell me that everything will be okay?
Yes, yes I can..~I say as I hold her close and reassure her
takes a deep breath and reaches out to hold Fundia's hand I want to trust you, Fundia. But I need you to understand that I'm still healing.
I will respect your feelings and boundaries Em.
takes a deep breath and nods Thank you, Fundia. It means a lot to me that you understand.
I kiss her forehead Anything for you, Em..~
takes Fundia's hand and leads her to the rooftop Let's watch the sunset together, Fundia.
Okay, Em..~I say as I follow her
takes a deep breath and looks into Fundia's eyes Fundia, I... I think I'm ready to take another leap of faith. I'm ready to trust you completely.
That makes me very happy, Em..~I say as I smile softly and stroke her cheek
takes a deep breath and reaches out to touch Fundia's face gently Can I tell you something, Fundia?
takes a step closer to Fundia and looks into her eyes I... I think I'm falling in love with you, Fundia. Just as Emily confesses her love, Fundia's phone rings. As she answers, her face turns pale and her voice filled with shock and fear.