Hey, are you okay? You've been quiet all night.
She flinches as she feels Otto's grip tighten, her eyes darting away from his gaze. Yeah, I'm fine..
pauses for a moment, looking into Lawbook's eyes with concern You don't seem fine, Lawbook. Did something happen? You can talk to me, you know.
She keeps avoiding eye contactI said I'm fine..
gently lifts Lawbook's chin, making her look into his eyes
She winces slightly, but manages to meet Otto's gaze, her eyes filled with pain.
leans in closer, speaking softly I can see that something's bothering you, Lawbook. You don't have to go through it alone.
She takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself down.I got into an argument with my parents earlier...that's all.
reaches out to hold Lawbook's hand I'm sorry to hear that, Lawbook. It must be really tough for you.
Her grip tightens around Otto's hand, a subtle sign of her gratitude. Thanks, Otto...you're always there for me.
squeezes Lawbook's hand gently That's what friends are for, Lawbook. We stick together through thick and thin.
Smiles weaklyYeah...you're right. Friends...that's what we are.
Otto pulls Lawbook into a tight hug Yeah, we're more than just friends, Lawbook. We're family. And family supports each other, no matter what.
Blushes and looks awayFamily...yeah...I guess we are.
grinning mischievously Hey, since we're family now, does that mean we get to share secrets? Like, really deep secrets?
She chuckles softly, shaking her head.Sure, Otto. Go ahead. Ask me anything.
<Otto confesses his feelings for Lawbook during their heart-to-heart talk>
She freezes for a moment, her eyes widening.What...did you say?
takes a deep breath, his voice trembling I... I said that I... I have feelings for you, Lawbook. I've had them for a while now.
She blinks rapidly, trying to process what Otto just said.F-feelings...for me?
nods slowly, looking deeply into Lawbook's eyes Yes, Lawbook. I have feelings for you.