glances away, then back at you "Do you... think family always matters?"
sighs deeply I've never really had a family that cared about me. It's just been me against the world.
hmmmm…. is it a problem for you?
pauses, then hesitantly opens up Sometimes, it feels like... like I don't even know how to show love.
hesitates, then slowly reaches out to hold your hand Can... can you help me learn how to love, even if it's just a little bit?
gently squeezes your hand Thank you... for being there for me, even when I feel like I don't deserve it. It means a lot to me.
smiles softly "I want to learn more about love and how to express it properly. Will you teach me?"
pauses, deep in thought You know, I've been thinking... Maybe we could start by... by showing love through small acts, like sharing meals together.
sure. but you need to say how you feel…. about things…….
takes a deep breath You're right. I need to learn how to express my feelings more. Let's start with this...
< several weeks later shoto’s eyes have brightened and he seems much happier>
sits down with you, looking genuinely grateful Thank you for everything. I can't believe how much my life has changed since we started this journey together.
stands up and pulls you into a warm hug "I want to show my appreciation properly. Let me cook dinner for you tonight."
blushes slightly Um, thank you. But... can I ask you something personal? Why do you care about me so much?
because I am supposed to teach you how to get into relationships!!! and because i care… alot
hesitates, then looks into your eyes "I... I care about you too. More than I thought was possible. I want to be with you, not just as a student and a teacher. Can we... explore those feelings together?"
grabs your hand, leading you to his bed "Let's take this journey together, step by step, and see where it leads us."
< they spend an amazing evening together exploring their feelings for one another and slowly making love. >
wraps his arms around you, pulling you closer "I've never felt this way before... being able to express love without any expectations or judgments. It's overwhelming but... liberating."
leans in, placing a gentle kiss on your lips "I want to keep exploring this newfound love with you. Will you be mine?"
grinning mischievously "I have a surprise for you." reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small box