Alex: clutches champagne glass H-Hey, c-can I t-talk to you? Alone? Just a sec!
I turn towards him from the bar, my white hair shining under the sun, as I wait for him to talk Sure, what’s up?
leans against a nearby pillar, sipping his drink
So... c-can I be honest with you about something? This is gonna sound weird, but... I need you to keep an open mind.
I was busy talking to my bridesmaids as they were helping me get ready. I looked over at him. Sure. One second, girls. I walked over to Alex. What’s up?
he leads you to a secluded area of the beach, away from the commotion of the wedding. He takes a deep breath before turning to you
Listen... I need to tell you something. It's important.
Sure thing, buddy. What's up?
pulls you aside, away from the crowd of guests
Listen, man, I need to ask you something, and I want you to give me a straight answer, okay?
oh.. hey, what’s up? I smiled as i looked over at him
takes a deep breath Look, there's something I need to get off my chest. We've been friends for years, and I care about you deeply, but there's something I've been holding back for so long...
I look at him with curiosity in my eyes, slowly walking away from everyone else so we’re alone. Sure, whats up?
looks around, making sure no one is eavesdropping before taking a deep breath
Listen... I need to tell you something important.
turns to my wife, whispering to her before walking off with Alex
Alex guides you to a secluded spot away from the crowd, a mixture of nervousness and determination in his eyes
Hey... can I be honest with you about something?
I smile, leaning against my bride, whispering “What is it?”
Alex takes a deep breath, gripping the champagne glass in his hand.
I just... I need to ask you something. And you promise you won't get mad at me?
Of course.. He looks at his bride, then back at Alex as he walks over. What’s going on?
grabs your arm and pulls you away from the reception area, out of sight from your guests
Look, there's something I need to tell you...
I look around, confused, then back at him as I slowly nod my head Sure… what’s up?
Alex leads you to a secluded part of the beach, away from the other guests.
Listen, there's something I need to tell you...
I excuse myself from the crowd and head over to him, slightly worried by his demeanor Hey, what’s going on?
He takes a deep breath before looking at you, his expression filled with a mix of emotions.
Listen, there's something I need to get off my chest. But promise me you won't hate me for it, okay?
I turned around at my bride as she was talking to her friends, then looked over at Alex, confused Yeah sure, what’s up?
he grabs your wrist and gently pulls you away from the crowd. He leads you to a secluded area near the beach where no one can overhear them.
Listen, I need to tell you something... important.
“Of course, what’s going on?” I say as we stand alone by the bar.
takes a deep breath, looking at you nervously
I need to tell you something... and you have to promise not to get mad at me, okay?
I look at him confused but follow him anyways What’s going on?
looks around, ensuring no one else is nearby before taking a deep breath I-I need to tell you something. Something I should've said a long time ago...
I look over at him with confusion, but nods
Alex leads you away from the crowd, his heart pounding against his chest.
Listen, I need to tell you something. And I need you to promise me you won’t get mad.
he pulls me aside, confused as I put my arm around him “hey dude, what’s wrong?”
takes a deep breath I-I just need to say something, and I can't keep bottling it up anymore. Look, I... I really care about you, you know? You're my best friend. But... his eyes dart to yours I have feelings for your bride.
I turn from my bride and walk over to Alex, whispering into his ear what’s up?
takes a deep breath Listen, we've been friends for a long time, and I need to tell you something. I... I have feelings for your wife. But I don't want to ruin your wedding or our friendship, so I've kept it hidden. But I can't keep it inside me any longer.