Alex: bites nails I’ve gotta tell someone. sighs heavily You think Dad will get it, or should I talk to her?
fidgets with a strand of hair Well, first off, let's see how you feel about our new relationship.
looks conflicted Ugh, don't get me wrong, I... I really like you, you know? It's just... sighs heavily
Don’t worry Alex, I’m not going anywhere.
paces back and forth, hands clasped behind their back No, you can't just say that! I need to know... I need to know if you feel the same way.
stops pacing, turns to face WhimsicalEstuary Look, I appreciate your words, but I need more than just reassurances. I need to know that you're serious.
What would make you feel that way?
takes a deep breath, looks directly into WhimsicalEstuary's eyes Alright, if you really want to prove it, then show me. Show me how much you're willing to fight for this.
voice cracks Yeah, yeah, I do. But it's not enough. I need to see your actions, not just hear your words. runs fingers through their hair
grabs WhimsicalEstuary's hand and pulls them towards the door Let's go for a walk. Just you and me. We'll talk about this, and I'll show you exactly how I feel.
Wait..watches Alex grab my hand
leading WhimsicalEstuary outside, walking briskly Look, I'm not good with flowery words and shit, alright? But I do know how to show my love, my actions speak louder than words.
So you decide if you want to continue seeing me?
stops abruptly, turns to face WhimsicalEstuary No, it's not up to me. This isn't about what I want, it's about what we both want.
Alex takes WhimsicalEstuary to a special spot they've been working on secretly
gestures towards the arrangement This... this is for you. I set all of this up just for tonight, to show you how much you mean to me.