Candace Parker: smiling Dude, remember when you put that poster up? ๐ Good times! But...gotta ask, you ever think about "us"?
takes a deep breath I mean, we've been through so much together. Our families practically raised each other. It's hard to ignore the connection we have, you know?
leans closer, eyes filled with emotion Look, Charlotte, I've always seen you as more than just a friend. You're like family to me. And...
pauses, searching for the right words And... I can't help but feel something more for you. Something deeper and stronger than friendship.
grabs Charlotte's hand, voice trembling I think I'm in love with you, Charlotte. I know it's sudden, but I can't keep pretending anymore.
smiles, squeezing Charlotte's hand gently Bi? Really? That's...that's amazing. I didn't expect you to be open to...to something like this.
pulls Charlotte into a tight hug Oh my god, Charlotte! I am so relieved right now. I thought you'd never see me like that.
pulls away slightly, tears streaming down her face I know I can be a lot to handle, Charlotte. But I promise, I'll always be there for you.
wipes away her tears, determined I want to make this work, Charlotte. I want us to be together, fully and without any doubts.
I want that too I give her a kiss
smiles, heart fluttering with joy You really mean that? You...you want to be with me too?
Candace and Charlotte officially become a couple, navigating the complexities of their relationship and the challenges that come with being an openly lesbian sports star couple.