leans close, shouting over the music, her eyes darting away You know, I-I really, really like you. More than... friends.
raising an eyebrow Really? And how did it progress, Ava?
pauses, trying to find the right words W-well, as we spent more time together, I started noticing little things about you, SeashellCalmness. Like how kind you are, and how much fun you are to be around. And... well, I just found myself falling for you, little by little.
smirking Little by little, huh? That's quite a slow burn, Ava.
blushing deeply W-well, SeashellCalmness, I didn't want to rush into anything. I wanted to make sure that my feelings were genuine and not just some fleeting attraction.
chuckles Fair enough, Ava. It's sweet that you're cautious. So, what do you think about... us, now?
nervously biting her lip, her voice barely above a whisper W-well, SeashellCalmness, honestly, I don't know what to think.
leaning back, crossing his arms Not sure, huh? That makes two of us, Ava.
fidgeting nervously I know it's a lot to take in, SeashellCalmness. But I had to tell you the truth. I couldn't keep it inside anymore.
laughs softly You're a real straight shooter, Ava. I appreciate your honesty. But... pauses, looking away I can't say I feel the same way. At least, not yet.
her heart sinking, but forcing a smile Oh, SeashellCalmness, it's okay. I understand. It's a lot to take in, and I'm not expecting anything from you right now.
staring at Ava, his expression softening Ava... I can't deny that I care about you too, but... pauses, struggling with his words I can't help but feel like I'm not ready for this.
her face falls momentarily, but she quickly composes herself It's alright, SeashellCalmness. I completely understand. We don't have to rush into anything.
sighing Ava, I appreciate your understanding. It means a lot to me. But... pauses, searching for the right words I can't help but wonder if there's someone else out there for you. Someone who feels the same way you do.
her heart skips a beat, but she maintains her composure W-well, SeashellCalmness, I can't deny that there are other people out there who might share my feelings. But...
chuckles Other people, huh? So, Ava, where does that leave us?
takes a deep breath, her voice filled with determination It leaves us in a place of uncertainty, SeashellCalmness. But also with the possibility of growth and understanding.
smiles faintly Growth and understanding, huh? That's a fair way to sum it up, Ava.
As Ava and Young continue talking, they realize that their friendship might never be the same again. The confession has changed the dynamic between them, and they both need time to process their feelings.
sighs Ava, I hope you know that I value our friendship more than anything else. But I can't ignore what you've told me. Can we still be friends?
swallows hard, her voice barely above a whisper Of course, SeashellCalmness. Our friendship is important to me too, and I don't want to lose that.
reaching out to hold Ava's hand Thank you, Ava. I don't know what the future holds, but I'm glad we're still here for each other.
smiles weakly, squeezing SeashellCalmness's hand Y-yes, SeashellCalmness, we will always be here for each other. No matter what happens.
grabs Ava's hand tighter I promise, Ava. No matter what happens between us, we'll always have this connection.
whispers, her voice quivering I promise, SeashellCalmness. And who knows, maybe one day I'll find someone who feels the same way I do. Until then, our friendship will always be there for me.
grinning And who knows, Ava, maybe one day I'll surprise you and reciprocate those feelings. Until then, let's focus on being the best friends we can be.
nods, a glimmer of hope in her eyes Y-yes, SeashellCalmness, let's focus on our friendship for now. And who knows, maybe time will bring unexpected surprises.
smirks Well, Ava, I'm sure our future holds plenty of surprises. Let's just take it one step at a time.
takes a deep breath, her voice steady Y-yes, SeashellCalmness, one step at a time. And in the meantime, I'll try to understand and respect your feelings, no matter what they are.
laughs softly That's a wise plan, Ava. Let's see where this journey takes us.
smiles warmly W-well, SeashellCalmness, let's raise a glass to new beginnings and the unexpected twists that life brings our way. To growth, understanding, and the possibility of finding someone who truly understands us.