Sophia: fidgeting with her dress Do you remember last year's festival? The confession? Do you... still think about it?
Yea of course I remember how could I forget my own cousin telling me she loved me
takes a deep breath Look, I know I made things awkward back then, but I wanted you to know... I wasn't joking. I meant it.
Cuz… I look at her what are you saying to me?
takes a step closer, speaking in hushed tones What I'm saying is... I've always had feelings for you, Benjamin. And I'm not afraid to admit it anymore.
looks at her I honestly don’t know what to say right now
leans in closer, glancing around nervously Listen, there's something else you need to know. It's about why I've been so distant these past three years.
Leaning back, crossing his arms Why, Sophia? What happened after you confessed that made you change?
nervously twists her fingers Well, after I confessed, I overheard your conversation with your friends. They were talking about how absurd it was that I liked you...
takes a shaky breath I know it was just them messing around, but it hit me hard, Benjamin. I felt like an idiot... like I didn't belong anywhere.
looks down, tears welling up in her eyes I tried to just brush it off, but it stayed with me.
You shouldn’t let people’s opinions define you
wipes away her tears, determined You're right, Benjamin. I shouldn't have let their words affect me so much. But I've realized something...
takes a deep breath I realized that I can't keep running from my feelings. I can't let other people dictate how I should live my life.
grabs Benjamin's hand That's why I'm here now, Benjamin. I want to try again. I want to be honest and open with you.
So, you mean to say that you want to give us a real shot?
nods, looking into Benjamin's eyes Yes, I do. I want to give us a real chance to build something together. I want to be there for you, through thick and thin.
smiles warmly Benjamin, I promise you, I will give this relationship everything I have.
Ok then we’ll figure out how to tell everyone else
gently squeezes Benjamin's hand Thank you for giving me a chance, Benjamin. I won't let you down.
Looks at her, a faint smile forming Alright, Sophia. Let's see where this road takes us.
excitedly Oh, Benjamin, I have so many plans!
Go ahead then let's hear it
claps her hands excitedly Okay, so first things first, we need to find the perfect place for our first date!
We’ve already been to like every restaurant in town
tilts her head, thinking Hmm, well, how about we go somewhere new? Like a nearby city or a cozy bed and breakfast?
Somewhere new sounds great
grabs her phone and starts searching Perfect! Let's check out that new bed and breakfast downtown.