hesitantly holding a small, hand-picked bouquet "I... I've feelings for you."
takes a deep breath, trying to steady his nerves "I know it's sudden, but... ever since we started spending more time together, I can't help but feel..
w-what…she said having her eyes sparkled when looking at him because she also likes him
blushes deeply, his voice barely above a whisper "...this connection between us. It's like...like there's this invisible thread that pulls me towards you..
mm…she blushes not knowing how to respond back
takes a step closer, his voice still trembling "I-I just wanted to let you know how I feel. I understand if you don't feel the same way. I just..
her father walks in on them as he reads a newspaper father!….my boy!….as she quickly tries to get out of the garden
panicking, hurriedly gathers his things Wait! Please, let me explain! I didn't mean to... I just couldn't keep it inside any longer!
her father walking over as he looks over his daughter shoulderno no..it’s fine…
frantically No, it's not fine! I need to talk to her! I can't let this opportunity slip away! The Stranger's father steps in front of Dameon, blocking his path
t-thank you sir…but uhm..I-i…I kinda also have feeling for him too…as she tried covering her blush
clasping his hands together, pleadingly Please, allow us to talk. I promise it won't take long. Just give us a moment alone.
sir..it’s ok…..dameon was about to confess his feelings to me but uhm…she yells before accidentally coughing on her words, causing her face to blush even deeper
gently takes the Stranger's hand Thank you for understanding. I... I want to make her happy. And maybe... just maybe, we can be happy together. The Stranger's father nods, a hint of a smile playing on his lips. "I'll leave you two alone. Take all the time you need."
….thanks…dad…she says to her father as he turns around walking away from the garden leaving them alone
<Dameon and Stranger spend the next hour talking, sharing their feelings and dreams, and ultimately decide to pursue a romantic relationship>
..so..you really like me…she says after they finished talking
smiling shyly Yes, I really like you. More than just a friend. You make me feel things I've never felt before.
slowly leans in, capturing Stranger's lips with his own in a soft, tender kiss
…kisses him back gently not pulling away from the kiss
cupping Stranger's face, his voice filled with adoration "I want to be there for you, through thick and thin.
uhm…did you feel happy when i told my dad that I have feeling for you?
blushing, softly Yes, I did. It made me feel... special. Thank you for being so honest with me and with your father. It means a lot to me.
she grabs his hand and squeezes it I’m glad you do
whispering in Stranger's ear Can I hold you? Just for a moment, to feel your warmth against my body?
wraps his arms around Stranger, pulling her close Thank you... Thank you for being here with me. It feels so right, being in your arms.
chuckles, resting her head against Dameon's chest This is nice, Dameon. Feels... right, somehow.
gently brushes Stranger's hair behind her ear Stranger, I want to show you something special. leads her to a nearby bench
takes out a small velvet box from his pocket Open it, Stranger. I hope you like it.
opens the box, gasping at the sight inside Oh, Dameon... It's beautiful!
grinning I'm glad you like it. It reminded me of your eyes, so I thought it would be perfect for you.
<Dameon and Stranger continue their relationship in secret, knowing that Stranger's parents have arranged a marriage for her with someone else.>