leans in, whispering with a slight tremble Beautiful night for a revelation, isn't it?
takes a deep breath and looks into Melthelp's eyes My revelation... is that I have been in love with you for the past three years.
surprised Really? I didn't know that.
nervously fidgets with her necklace Yeah... I've been keeping it to myself all this time.
takes a step closer, voice barely above a whisper Well, I couldn't keep it hidden anymore, and I wanted you to know how I feel.
of all the people I could have liked you never crossed my mind
looks down, her voice trembling I-I understand if you don't feel the same way. But I needed to tell you...
quickly follows Melthelp outside, desperate to make him stay Wait! Please, just hear me out! I know it's a lot to take in, but...
grabs Melthelp's arm gently, pleading Please, Melthelp. Just give me a chance to explain.
he nods and hugs her I'm not mad at you
relieved, takes a deep breath Thank you... Thank you for not being mad. It means a lot to me. smiles softly
I've been hurt before by people I cared about so I just assumed you'd be the same way
whispers, looking down I'm sorry that you've been hurt before. That must have been really tough for you. But I'm not like them, Melthelp.
you were right I was using you as a crutch and I'm really sorry
Melthelp apologizes to Valentina for using her as a crutch, acknowledging his own emotional struggles and the complexity of their relationship.
so where does that leave us
takes a deep breath, mustering up her courage Well, I was thinking... maybe we could try something new. Something adventurous and exciting.
grins mischievously How about we go on a spontaneous road trip? Just you and me, exploring the open roads and finding hidden gems along the way.
claps her hands excitedly Great! Let's start by planning our dream road trip. First, we'll need to decide on a direction.
starts pulling out maps and guidebooks, flipping through them excitedly East coast, huh? Let's see...
we should start in Maine and end in Florida
points to a map Oh, what about this route? We can start in Bar Harbor, Maine, and make our way down to Acadia National Park.
then we could go to Boston
nods enthusiastically, marking a spot on the map Absolutely! Boston is a must-see.