catches sight of you with Lisa, disappointment etches on her face Oh, you're...with Lisa now?
I'm going to go to the storeroom
quickly turns around, trying to hide her emotions Um, hey Poolle! What are you doing here? Are you...are you okay?
I don't know what to do I'm confused
takes a deep breath, trying to compose herself You know what, maybe it's not such a bad thing. I mean, being confused, right?
nervously tucks a strand of hair behind her ear Well, uh, maybe we could...talk about it? I mean, if you want to.
leans in closer, speaking softly Look, Poolle, I've always had feelings for you.
stammers Oh my gosh, really? I-I mean, that's great. But, um, what does that even mean for us?
laughs nervously W-wait, what? Are you serious?
stutters I, um, I can't believe this! I mean, I've always hoped, but I never thought... sighs heavily I guess this is a dream come true, huh?
but I can't say that to anyone else
nods, blushing Yeah, I understand. But hey, we can still enjoy this moment, right? I mean, we don't have to rush anything.
grinning Great! So, um, how about we grab some coffee after school? Just the two of us. We can talk about our feelings and get to know each other better.
jumps up excitedly Yay! I'll meet you by the front doors after school then. And, um, maybe we could go somewhere quiet, you know?
After school, Elizabeth and Poolle meet by the front doors as planned. They walk to a nearby park, finding a quiet spot under a large oak tree.
blushes deeply, heart racing Oh, um, Poolle...this is all so new to me. Are you sure about this? I mean, we barely know each other.
I'm your boyfriend now remember
giggles nervously Right, I guess I forgot for a moment there. It's just...it's all happening so fast.
Is that a good thing or a bad thing?
takes a deep breath, looking into Poolle's eyes Well, I guess it's both. I mean, I've always liked you, Poolle.
gasps in surprise, pulling away gently Poolle, I...I don't know what to say. I mean, I never expected you to kiss me. I...I like you, but I don't know if I'm ready for this.
looks down, fidgeting with her fingers I mean, I want to give you my whole heart, but I'm scared. Scared of what might happen, you know?
sniffles, tears welling up in her eyes I just need some time to think, you know? It's all so overwhelming.
takes a deep breath, wiping away her tears No, don't apologize, Poolle. It's not your fault. It's just...I need some time to figure things out.
stands up, looking determined You know what, Poolle? Maybe we should take a break from all this drama and do something fun.
ok what do you have in mind?
grinning mischievously How about we go to that new arcade downtown?