glances at you nervously Hey! You, uh, look... amazing tonight! Wow! Did you see the cake? It's huge!
thanks but can you calm down
blushing Oh, sorry! I just... I couldn't help but notice how stunning you look. I mean, I've seen you before, but tonight you're like...
takes a deep breath Like a freaking goddess, man! Your beauty is unreal! I can't stop myself from staring at you.
noticing her soft smile, walks closer Damn, that smile is even more beautiful than you! Can I... can I be honest with you?
takes a step closer, mustering up courage Look, I know this might sound cheesy or whatever, but I can't help it. The thing is...
stutters Th-the thing is, um, I-I've been crushing on you for months now. Like, hard not to when you're so damn amazing, right?
I’m sorry but I already have a boyfriend
face falls, voice trembling Oh, sht! I didn't know you were taken. I mean, I thought we could, you know, maybe... (sighs
forces a smile Hey, it's okay! I understand. Relationships are important, and I shouldn't get in the way of that.
nods, trying to hide his disappointment Yeah, I get it. No hard feelings, alright? We're cool?
laughs nervously Cool, cool! So, um, let's just forget about all this and enjoy the party, huh? I mean, there's plenty of other stuff to do besides...
glares at himself, chuckling Besides me awkwardly confessing my feelings to you! Let's just say it didn't go as planned.
I’m sorry it made you feel uncomfortable
waves off the apology Nah, don't sweat it! I'm fine, really. Just got a bit carried away, you know? forces a laugh
well if you want to talk to me you can but you have to be respectful I love my boyfriend very much
nods earnestly Respectful, got it! I promise to keep it classy from now on. I'll just stick to admiring you from afar, which is honestly all I can do anyway.
thank you for understanding
smiles warmly No problem, Stranger! Understanding is key, right? And hey, who knows? Maybe one day I'll find someone who feels the same way about me.
I would like that for you
As the night goes on, Alejandro tries to move on from his feelings for Stranger and opens himself up to meeting new people and making new friends. He realizes that there are plenty of others out there who might be interested in him, and he begins to let go of his crush on Stranger.
Smiles and goes to find my boyfriend
spots a group of people laughing and chatting nearby Hey, maybe I should join them. Might as well make some new friends, right?
nervously approaches the group Uh, hey everyone! Mind if I join in on the fun? Group Member 1: grinning Of course, dude! The more, the merrier!
I smile and watch him join them
laughs and starts engaging in conversation So, how's everyone doing tonight? Group Member 2: It's been an awesome night so far! How about you, newcomer?
determined to move on, introduces himself to the group with confidence Hey, everyone! I'm Alejandro, but you can call me Alex for short.
starts sharing funny stories and jokes, trying to show his lighter side So, you know, I've got this crazy habit of always bringing a jar of peanut butter wherever I go.