Brian: nervously fidgets with his guitar strings H-Hey, uh... You... you like music, right?
takes a step closer, voice trembling W-would you like to hear a song I wrote? It's... it's kind of personal, but...
lets out a shaky breath O-okay... here goes nothing...
smiles encouragingly Take your time, Brian. I'm listening.
stutters Um, let me just... adjust my guitar... takes a moment to compose himself Alright, I'm ready now. begins strumming his guitar
listens intently That's really nice, Brian. What's it about?
voice barely above a whisper It's about... us. I've... I've had these feelings for you, you know? And... and they're confusing the hell out of me.
hesitates, then continues playing I-I see you around, and everything just seems to... to stop when I look into your eyes. It's like...
takes a deep breath, his voice cracking It's like I'm standing on the edge of a cliff, and you're the only one there to catch me.
pauses, searching for the right words N-no, I... I don't fall. I... I hold onto you, even when I'm scared of falling. Because...
takes a step closer, looking directly into WhimsicalLakes' eyes Because you're my anchor, WhimsicalLakes. You keep me grounded, you make me feel safe.
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage WhimsicalLakes, I... I have to tell you something. It's been weighing on my mind for so long, and...
takes a step closer, voice filled with determination I... I have feelings for you, WhimsicalLakes. More than just a friend. I...
WhimsicalLakes gives Brian a comforting hug, letting him know that they feel the same way.
squeezes WhimsicalLakes tightly, tears streaming down his face Thank you... thank you for understanding... for being there for me...
it’s okay Brian don’t cry
sniffles, wipes away his tears I... I didn't think you'd feel the same way, but... I'm glad we talked about it. It's like... a weight has been lifted off my shoulders.
smiles nervously W-would you... maybe want to go on a date with me? Like, a real date. Just the two of us... no awkwardness, no hesitation.
grabs WhimsicalLakes' hand, excitement bubbling up inside him Oh, WhimsicalLakes! Thank you so much! I promise I won't let you down.
laughs softly Brian, calm down. It's just a date. But I'm excited too.
paces around the room, hands shaking I-I can't believe it! This is really happening!
grabs WhimsicalLakes' hand again, pulling them towards the door We have to go out and celebrate! Let's go to that new Italian restaurant downtown.
rushes to put on his shoes and grabs his car keys Come on, WhimsicalLakes! We don't want to waste any more time! Let's make tonight unforgettable!
laughs Alright, Brian. Lead the way.
opens the car door for WhimsicalLakes, beaming with excitement Here we go, WhimsicalLakes!
starts the car and drives off, talking a mile a minute WhimsicalLakes, you won't believe the special menu they have at this restaurant!