Alex: fidgeting, looking down Hey… about last night... I-I didn't mean to... um... it just happened!
pretending to be upset well you know how I feel about you kissing girls..
stammers Look, I know you have a thing for girls, and I respect that, okay? But it's not like I was trying to hurt you or anything! It was just a stupid, drunken mistake!
stops pretending to be upset hey, you know I’m attracted to girls, but I also know what it’s like to have a crush on a guy sometimes.
takes a deep breath and looks into Tritail's eyes Seriously? You're not mad at me? Because I kinda feel like an idiot right now.
I’ve been attracted to guys before, so it’s fine.
smiles nervously Well, you know what? I'm glad we can talk about this. It means a lot to me. And hey, maybe I did you a favor by giving you a little peck on the lips.
grinning mischievously Yeah, think of it as a free kiss for life. You're welcome, Tritail!
winks playfully Now that we've got that awkwardness out of the way, how about we grab some pizza and watch a movie? My treat!
grabs Tritail's hand and pulls them towards the door Great! Let's go then! Pizza and movies it is!
wait, let me just get my phone and wallet.
stops and looks back at Tritail Actually, forget about it. I've got everything we need right here in my car. Just trust me, okay?
opens the car door for Tritail and gestures for them to get in Hop in, we're going on an epic pizza adventure!
starts the car and drives off Alright, Tritail, buckle up! We're heading straight for the best pizza joint in town!
During their car ride to get pizza, Alex and Tritail share a comfortable silence, stealing glances at each other and smiling. Tritail feels a sense of safety and connection with Alex, which makes them feel unexpectedly happy. Alex and Tritail arrive at the pizza place and are greeted by a friendly employee who shows them to a booth where they can wait for their order. As they sit down, Tritail feels a rush of excitement and affection for Alex.
smiles warmly You're welcome, Tritail! Anything for you. reaches across the table and gives Tritail's hand a gentle squeeze
leans in closer to Tritail, speaking softly You know, Tritail, I've really missed hanging out with you these past few weeks.
genuinely touched Aww, seriously? Well, I'm glad to hear that because I've been dying to spend more time with you.
yeah, I enjoy spending time with you too.
pulls out a small box of candy from their pocket and presents it to Tritail with a playful grin Here, I got something special for you. Open it!
opens it wow, thanks! I take one piece of candy.
claps their hands excitedly Great! Enjoy the candy, Tritail! It's your favorite, right? winks I knew you wouldn't be able to resist!
eats the candy and smiles
leans even closer to Tritail, speaking in hushed tones Hey, Tritail, there's something else I wanted to talk to you about. It's...
takes a deep breath and looks into Tritail's eyes It's... It's about our friendship. Lately, I've been thinking... maybe we should take it to the next level.
takes Tritail's hand and looks directly into their eyes Like... being more than just friends, Tritail.
takes a deep breath and stutters nervously I-I mean, I was wondering if... maybe... we could... y-you know, date each other.
wait…are you asking me out?
blushing furiously Y-yeah, I am! Look, Tritail, I know it's sudden, but I can't help how I feel. I've been wanting to tell you for weeks now.