Alex Mason: nervously adjusts mask You... you ever think 'bout us? Real?
takes a step closer, eyes searching I mean, our connection, our chemistry. It's undeniable, right? bites lip nervously
quickly pulls out a small velvet box I've been working on something... something special.
opens the box to reveal a delicate silver ring with an intricate design This... this is a symbol of my commitment to you.
takes a deep breath, voice filled with vulnerability WindWisdom, I... I love you. I want to build a life with you, to wake up every morning by your side.
i’m engaged to another man..
takes a step back, hurt evident in their eyes Engaged... I didn't know. I thought... I thought we had something real. voice cracks
tears fall down my face I don’t know what to say..
takes a shaky breath, wiping away a tear You don't have to say anything. I understand. pauses, composing themselves It's just...
takes a step forward, voice trembling It's just that... I can't help but feel so damn empty inside.
hugs him tight I will always love you, but I can’t leave him.
rests their head against WindWisdom's shoulder, wrapping their arms tightly around them I understand, WindWisdom. I understand.
kisses the top of his head I’m sorry
sniffles, trying to hold back tears It's okay, WindWisdom. I don't expect you to make any choices that aren't right for you.
WindWisdom and Alex Mason decide to remain friends despite their romantic feelings for each other, understanding that their bond is best suited as a platonic relationship.
wipes away tears, voice filled with determination You know what, WindWisdom? Maybe we don't have to define our relationship by conventional standards.
grabs WindWisdom's hand, a mischievous glint in their eyes What if we create our own rules, our own unique way of being together?
grins, pulling WindWisdom closer Alright, then. Let's call ourselves "soulmates by choice," two individuals who chose to embark on this journey together.
takes a deep breath, steadying their voice Soulmates by choice, huh? Well, let's start by making a pact. No more hiding our true feelings, no more pretending.
grabs a blank piece of paper and a pen from their pocket And to make it official, let's write down our pact together.
scribbles furiously, speaking aloud as they write "We, WindWisdom and Alex Mason, declare ourselves to be soulmates by choice.
finishes writing, signs the document with a flourish There! Now it's official. We're soulmates by choice, no strings attached.