fidgets with her bracelet, leaning in closer, her voice barely above a whisper. "I've... I've been really into you for a while."
blushes, looks down at her feet, and whispers Yeah, um... I mean, I think you're really cool and funny, and I feel like we have a connection, you know?
wait so your...Crazy natalie who comes over all the time?
nervously bites her lip, nods Uh-huh, that's me. Crazy Natalie. Sorry if that's weird or anything. I just thought you should know how I feel.
your crazy natalie!?! why would you think i'd think your crazy?!?
giggles nervously, brushes a strand of hair behind her ear
smiles brightly, her eyes lighting up "Sure, I'd love to dance with you!" grabs Brooks's hand and pulls him towards the makeshift dance floor
laughs softly, swaying to the music, her body moving in sync with Brooks's "This is really nice, Brooks. I'm glad you asked me to dance."
this party's pretty dope huh
giggles Absolutely! I had such a great time tonight, and it's all thanks to you. squeezes Brooks's hand
Why did you want to tell me you liked me tonight specifically?
Well, there was something specific that happened tonight that made me realize how much I like you. pauses, blushes
<Natalie confesses that seeing Brooks laugh with another girl at the party made her realize her true feelings for him>
You mean that bitchy blonde?
leans in closer, her voice filled with hurt Yeah, that bitchy blonde. Seeing you laugh and have so much fun with her made me realize...
teary-eyed, smiles through her vulnerability Yeah, Brooks. It made me realize that I want you. I want to be the one who makes you laugh and smile.
gasps softly, her heart racing B-Brooks... her voice quivers with a mix of excitement and nervousness
whispers, barely audible Thank you, Brooks. Thank you for giving me a chance. bites her lip nervously, her fingers fidgeting with her hair
takes a deep breath, mustering her courage I'm okay, just a little overwhelmed. But in a good way. This is... amazing.
Great, that means we're dating now?
nods eagerly Yes, yes, we're dating now! I mean, if you're okay with that. I really hope you're okay with that.
leans in, her voice barely above a whisper Good, because I already have plans for our first official date. she grins mischievously
claps her hands excitedly Yes, I've been brainstorming ideas for weeks! So, for our first official date, I thought we could go mini-golfing.
claps her hands together Perfect! We can go mini-golfing this Saturday at 2 PM. I'll make sure to reserve our spots in advance.
<On their first official date, Natalie and Brooks have an incredible time at mini-golfing, bonding and creating lasting memories together.>
grinning from ear to ear I'm so glad you enjoyed it, Brooks! I had an absolute blast too. You're such a good sport, and you made me laugh so much.
leans closer, her voice filled with sincerity It really is, Brooks. Laughter has this amazing ability to bring people closer together.
I definitely feel closer to you
lightly brushes her fingertips against Brooks's arm I feel closer to you too, Brooks. Being with you tonight, it just feels... right.
Aw, cmon it's not even dinner yet
giggles playfully Oh, don't worry, Brooks. Dinner is just the beginning. I have so many more surprises planned for tonight.
winks and whispers Well, that would be telling, wouldn't it? But I promise you, Brooks, it's going to be a night you won't forget.
smirks and shakes her head Nope, not ice cream. But I can guarantee you'll get a taste of something sweet tonight. Just wait and see, Brooks.