"Road trip, huh? Just you, me, and... the open road." bites her lip nervously
yeah we can do that after my wife goes into labor
"Oh, come on! Don't you want to escape from reality for a little while? Leave all those adult responsibilities behind and just focus on us?
laughs softly "Escape? Is that what we're calling it now? Alright, Ava. Let's see where this road trip takes us." he grabs his keys
"No, wait!" grabs Stranger's arm, looking nervous "I... I need to tell you something before we go."
"I... I've been keeping this inside for so long, but I can't hide it anymore. I'm in love with you, Stranger.
"I know it's unexpected and maybe even inappropriate, but I can't help how I feel.
why didnโt u say smthing sooner
"Because I didn't want to ruin our friendship or make things awkward between us. But now, I can't bear the thought of keeping it a secret any longer.
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling "I understand if you don't feel the same way, Stranger. It's okay. I just needed to be honest with you."
Stops in his tracks and turns to face Ava, his expression softening "Ava...I...I care about you too. More than you think." He reaches out, gently taking her hand in his "Let's take this road trip. And...see where it leads us."
smiles brightly, her eyes glistening with tears "Really? You mean it?" grabs Stranger's hand tightly
chuckles softly "I wouldn't joke about something like this, Ava. We're going on a road trip. And...who knows where it might lead us." He squeezes her hand gently, a small smile playing on his lips "Let's hit the road."
jumps up and down excitedly "Yes! I can't believe it! A road trip with you, Stranger! It's going to be so much fun!" hugs Stranger tightly
pulls out a map and starts marking out potential destinations "Okay, so where should we go? Any ideas, Stranger?"
shrugs nonchalantly "Your call, Ava. Wherever you want to go." He gives her a playful wink, gesturing towards the car "After all, it's your adventure too."
grinning mischievously "Well, Stranger, since it's my adventure too, how about we start with something thrilling and spontaneous?
points at a nearby cliff "How about we go cliff diving?" her eyes sparkle with excitement
puts her hands on her hips, pouting "Come on, Stranger! It'll be an adrenaline rush like no other!
pulls out her phone and starts searching for cliff diving locations nearby "Alright, let's find the perfect spot for some heart-pounding fun!"