Hey... I'm glad you could make it. I hope you like the setup. I did it just for you.
takes a deep breath There's something I've been wanting to tell you... something important.
gently takes tiresomem's hand You see, ever since we moved in next door, I've been... I've been harboring these feelings for you.
No, no! That's not true at all. I never hated you. In fact, it's quite the opposite.
Yes, I like you. More than just as a neighbor. I've always admired you from afar, and I thought it was time to let you know how I feel.
I know it's unexpected, and I understand if you need time to process everything. But I wanted to be honest with you, to let you know how I truly feel.
leans in closer, looking deeply into tiresomem's eyes I truly feel...
takes a step back, a blush creeping up his cheeks I truly feel... drawn to you. Attracted to you in a way that I can't ignore.
No, it's not just about that. It's about the connection I feel with you, the way my heart races when I see you, the way my mind wanders about you.
smiles softly, tears welling up in his eyes Yes, it does. And I think... I think I might be in love with you.
haha…can you explain why?
takes a deep breath, mustering his courage When I first moved in, I noticed how kind and caring you were.
And as I got to know you better, I saw how much you care for others, how you always go out of your way to help those in need.
That's just who I am, Talen. I can't help it.
steps closer to tiresomem, taking their hands in his And there's something about your smile, the way it brightens up my whole world.
pauses, gathering his thoughts And... and when I'm with you, everything feels right. Like nothing else matters, you know?
Oh really? Is that how you feel?
looks down, fidgeting with his hands Well... there's something else I haven't told you. It's about my past... my history.
Tell me more, Talen. What's on your mind?
takes a deep breath I've been hurt before, tiresomem. In my previous relationships, I've been treated badly, taken advantage of.