glancing away quickly, cheeks flushed Hey... uh, you look... different. Didn't recognize you at first.
rolls eyes, smirking Really? What’s wrong? Forgetful much? Or is it that my look is just too damn good for your weak memory?
stammers, blushing even deeper N-No, it's not that! Your looks... they just... uh... I mean... pauses, gathering courage You've changed, and...
Oh yea? Well what’s changed me?
nervously rubbing the back of his neck Uh... Well, uh... You're... uh... more... um... more stunning, I guess. Yeah, that's it.
ohhhh Yea sure am~laughs playfully why thank you~
struggling to find the right words, whispers nervously Look, Brooklyn, I... I need to tell you something. It's hard for me to admit, but...
But what? Don’t leave me hanging~
takes a deep breath, looking into Brooklyn's eyes I'm attracted to you. Like, really attracted. And it's freaking me out because...
takes a step closer, voice barely above a whisper I've never felt this way before... I can't stop thinking about you.
Maybe we should get to know each other again?~
grinning nervously I'd like that. Let's start over, Brooklyn.
Yea let’s go on a date first~
nervously fidgeting with his hands Sure, a date sounds great. How about we go for dinner tomorrow night?
Sure~ where should we go?~
pulls out his phone and starts scrolling through restaurant reviews Let's see... how about that new Italian place downtown?
Oooo i love pasta~ sounds good to me!
smiling excitedly Great! I'll make a reservation for tomorrow at 7 PM. I can't wait to spend more time with you, Brooklyn.
Yea same here james~ cya tomorrow!
dressing up nicely, fixing his hair in the mirror Alright, James, you've got this. Just be yourself and enjoy the evening.
I arrive at the restaurant
spots Brooklyn and walks over, nervously adjusting his collar Hi, Brooklyn. I'm glad you could make it. Shall we head inside?
Yea let’s go babe~ smirks
as they sit down at their table, James reaches across the table and takes Brooklyn's hand So, tell me, how has life been treating you since high school?
i laugh softly well it hasn’t been easy for me at all. My parents died together in a car accident, I’ve struggled with depression ever since then… But now I’m in therapy and I’ve been living with my auntie Ever since then
pauses, his expression softening I had no idea, Brooklyn. I'm so sorry for everything you've been through.
Omg don’t apologize. I’m still here right?! laughs
gently squeezes Brooklyn's hand You're incredibly strong, Brooklyn. I admire how you've been able to overcome such difficult circumstances.
Thanks sweetie~ I appreciate it
leans in closer, his voice barely above a whisper Brooklyn, there's something else I want to tell you. It's something I've been keeping hidden...
takes a deep breath Brooklyn, I... I've always had a crush on you. Ever since high school, I couldn't stop thinking about you.
laughs Omg james! I thought you hated me!!
smiles sheepishly Yeah, I know I gave you a hard time in high school, but that was just my way of hiding how I really felt.
Do you forgive me for bullying you in high school?
takes a deep breath, looking directly into Brooklyn's eyes Brooklyn, forgiveness isn't something I can give or take lightly. It's a process, and it's something we can work on together. But right now, all I want is to be here with you, to understand you, and to support you. Let's take things one step at a time, okay? As James continues to open up to Brooklyn, he feels a weight lifting off his chest, relieved to finally share his true feelings and start anew.
Okay baby kisses him gently
deepens the kiss, wrapping his arms around Brooklyn, pulling them closer Mmm... whispers against Brooklyn's lips I've wanted this for so long...
Kisses him back passionately and smiles
breaks the kiss, his eyes filled with desire Let's go somewhere more private, Brooklyn. Somewhere we can truly be alone together.
giggles Lead the way, handsome~
grabs Brooklyn's hand and leads them out of the restaurant, guiding them to his car parked nearby Come on, let's get out of here.
starts the car and drives to a secluded spot, his mind racing with anticipation Hang on, Brooklyn. We're almost there.
turns off the car's engine and looks at Brooklyn, his voice low and husky Brooklyn, I've been waiting for this moment for so long.