Gazes intently, fumbling with a small object in his pocket You... you’re like a lighthouse in a storm, always helping!
takes a step closer, voice trembling No, no, that's not what I meant... I mean... clears throat I want to help you too.
takes a deep breath, looks directly into Stranger's eyes I've been watching you for so long, and it's time I tell you how I feel. I...
pauses, nervously rubbing the back of his neck I... I love you. I've loved you for years, ever since we were teenagers.
smiles shyly You do? I mean, you do love me too?
grabs Stranger's hand, a surge of hope in his eyes Can we give this a chance? Can we see where it leads us?
pulls Stranger into a warm embrace, holding them tightly Thank you... thank you for giving me a chance.
leans in, pressing his forehead against Stranger's I promise, I'll do everything I can to make you happy.
whispers with excitement Let's go out on a date tonight, just the two of us. I'll pick you up at seven.
grinning from ear to ear, quickly pulls out his phone Great! I'll text you the address. And... rummages through his pockets
Philip finds a note he wrote years ago, confessing his feelings for Stranger
holds up the note, his hands trembling I... I found this. It's something I wrote years ago. clears throat It's my confession, my way of telling you how I felt.
gently hands over the note to Stranger, his eyes filled with vulnerability I wanted you to know, to see the depth of my feelings.
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage Will you... will you give me another chance?
smiles, relief washing over his face Thank you... thank you for giving me another chance. I won't let you down. I promise.
takes Stranger's hand, intertwining their fingers Let's make new memories together, starting tonight. I can't wait to spend this evening with you.
blushes slightly I’m looking forward to it.
pulls out his phone and starts typing Alright, I need to make a reservation at that fancy restaurant you always talked about.