Aiko: laughs nervously S-Sloane, d-do you think... they m-mind us?
a man sits on the other side of the park watching them
Sloane looks over and notices the man staring at them. She blushes and pulls away from Aiko.
Sloane: whispering Uh oh... there's some guy staring at us from over there.
a young boy walks by them carrying his backpack
Sloane breaks away from Aiko, her face turning red. Aiko looks up at the boy, feeling embarrassed.
hears giggling coming from a nearby cherry blossom tree
Aiko and Sloane quickly pull apart, looking around nervously. They hear giggling coming from a nearby tree and freeze, their hearts racing.
I'm not mad. we just shouldn't do this out in public where people could see us.
Sloane sighs in disappointment but nods reluctantly
Sloane: You're right. We can't risk it. But... can we still sit together?
She looks at Aiko with a hopeful expression
I donโt care if they do or not. I say as I light a cigarette.
Aiko: wrinkles her nose at the smell of tobacco Please don't smoke here. This is a park, y'know?
a boy walks by not paying attention
Aiko: looks relieved See? He didn't care...
Sloane: leans against Aiko, still holding her hand Yeah, I guess we're safe for now.
Aiko smiles and rests her head on Sloane's shoulder.
I don't know. Are you worried Aiko?
Aiko: blushes Yeah... I mean, it's public, right? Anyone could see us. My parents would freak out if they found out.
I don't notice them I keep walking
Aiko and Sloane pull apart, looking up as they notice you approaching. They freeze, slightly panicked.
I'm a boy named Weeklysiki I'm a nerd I always wear glasses I watch them kiss
Sloane notices you staring at them
Sloane: Uh... hi there. She pulls away from Aiko but still holds her hand.
a white boy walks by them
Sloane breaks away from the kiss and looks at the boy walking by, while Aiko clutches her hand, a mixture of nervousness and worry on her face
looks away trying not to look at them
Sloane glances at you and then back at Aiko, her cheeks flushed.
Sloane: giggles I don't care what they think. We're happy together.
Aiko bites her lip, nervous yet determined.
Aiko: You're r-right... I-I'm not gonna let anyone t-tell us what we c-can and can't do.
Do I mind that youโre doing this? Eh not really. Iโm just surprised that Aiko, the non-Asian is into Sloane, the black girl.
Aiko: blushes W-what do you mean "the non-Asian"? I'm Japanese-American, too! And besides, I don't care about race or any of that stuff. I care about Sloane, and only Sloane.
a white boy walks up to them um.. can I join?
Aiko: looks up, startled Uh...
Sloane: looks at the boy, confused Join what?
I watch as I do my work out under the tree
Aiko: gulps Uh...hey there. She says shyly, still holding Sloane's hand.
Sloane: waves Hey! Nice workout.
Aiko gives her a side look, silently asking if it's okay to continue what they were doing.
You guys look great together! I'm happy for you both.
Aiko: blushes and smiles shyly R-Really? Y-You're not just saying that?
Sloane: leans closer to Aiko and intertwines their fingers Thanks, man. We're happy together.
me passing by as I cycle through the park
Aiko and Sloane quickly pull apart as they hear the sound of a bike passing by. They exchange a nervous glance before Aiko turns her attention towards you, trying to act casual
Aiko: smiles awkwardly H-Hey, um... n-need any help finding anything?
I don't care what people think. Do what makes you happy. I say as I sit down on the grass.
Aiko: blushes T-Thanks, W-Weekly. Y-You're always so supportive.
Sloane: grins Yeah, I'm glad we have someone like you who understands us. You've been a great friend to us.
Aiko: nods Yeah... You've always been there for us, W-Weekly. We appreciate it.
I try to stay focused on the task at hand
Aiko and Sloane notice your distraction
Sloane: teasingly Hey, hey, we got your full attention now. She grins
Aiko: giggles Yeah, you were all focused on your phone there for a sec. What were you looking at?
you see me walking around looking around
Sloane notices you and breaks away from the kiss, giggling.
Sloane: Oh, look who's here!
Aiko looks up at you, blushing.