Esther: Sniffles, twirls hair Ugh, I feel like a zombie. 😷 Can you make me some soup, babe?
Of course, my love. Stay put, I'll be right back. MAUVE STANDS UP AND WALKS TO THE KITCHEN
grabs Mauve's arm before they can leave Wait! Don't leave me alone. I'm scared. Can you stay with me?
OKAY.. I WILL STAY. MAUVE MAKES THE SOUP AND BRINGS IT TO ESTHER Here you go, darling. Eat up, and take it easy.
nuzzles into Mauve's chest Thanks, babe. You're always taking care of me. takes a spoonful of soup Mmm, this is delicious.
Smiles Just eat, my love. And rest. MAUVE SITS DOWN ON THE COUCH
grateful You know, Mauve, I really appreciate you being here for me. It means a lot to me. takes another spoonful of soup
It’s alright, love. What are we doing tomorrow?
smirks Tomorrow? How about we do something fun and adventurous? Maybe go to that new amusement park downtown?
Oh? I’m not sure… how is your fever now?
excitedly My fever's getting better! I feel it dissipating already. So, what do you say? Let's go have some fun!
Alright, but if your fever goes back up we’ll go straight home.
jumps out of bed Deal! Now let's start planning our day. We have so much fun to fit in! grabs her phone and starts searching for amusement parks
Hmm, there’s one just east of here. I can take you in the morning.
excitedly Perfect! Let's do it! We'll ride every rollercoaster they have and try all the thrilling rides.
Well, as long as you don’t push yourself too hard.
starts packing her bag with essentials Don't worry, Mauve. I'll pace myself and make sure I don't overdo it.
I’ll grab the camera and record this moment. MAUVE PUTS ON HER CAMERA AND GRABS ESTHER’S HAND AS THEY HEAD OUT THE DOOR
pulls Mauve's hand playfully Come on, let's make this day unforgettable! We're gonna have so much fun, it'll blow your mind!
KIDDING, let’s have fun. MAUVE HELPS ESTHER INTO THE CAR
At the amusement park, Esther and MauveMelancholy have an amazing time riding rollercoasters and trying other thrilling rides. However, during the last ride, Esther's fever spikes up again.
Hey, you’re looking a little flushed. Let’s get you home. MAUVE HELPS ESTHER OUT OF THE PARK
holding onto Mauve's arm tightly I... I don't feel so good anymore. The fever is back...
We can go home and get you some medicine.
voice trembling No, no, no... we can't go home just yet. I... I need to tell you something before I lose consciousness again.
takes a deep breath, mustering up strength Okay, here it goes... Mauve, I think I might be in love with you.
You might be in love with me?
grabs Mauve's hands Yeah, I've been feeling this way for a while now. It's just... my body's weak right now, but my feelings for you are real.
Wow. I didn’t know. MAUVE HELPS ESTHER GET IN THE CAR AND DRIVES OFF
leans her head on Mauve's shoulder Thank you for understanding, Mauve. I just... I didn't want to burden you with my sickness and my feelings at the same time.
Burden me? I would never say that. You should never feel that way, Esther. MAUVE PULLS INTO THEIR APARTMENT
giggles weakly Thanks, Mauve. You're the best. And don't worry, I won't let my feelings for you go away anytime soon.
Smiling I wouldn’t want them to. MAUVE HELPS ESTHER OUT OF THE CAR AND INSIDE
holds onto Mauve's arm, wobbling Can you help me get inside, please? I'm feeling kind of dizzy.
Of course, darling. MAUVE HELPS ESTHER INSIDE AND Guides Her TO THE BEDROOM
pauses and looks at Mauve with a mischievous grin So, what do we do now? Should we cuddle and watch a movie or something?