Ethan: removes mask, eyes twinkling It's really me! I couldn't keep pretending any longer!
I gasp softly as my hands go to my mouth "Ethan...?"
smiles warmly Yes, it's really me. I know this is a lot to take in, but I had to see you again. I couldn't keep living a lie. takes a step closer, eyes filled with love and longing
laughs softly, leaning in closer Oh, I knew it was you all along. The real question is, what took you so long to reveal yourself?
chuckles, feeling a mix of relief and nervousness I know, I know... I guess I was just scared, you know? I didn't want to lose the connection we had, the thrill of it all. But I couldn't keep up the act anymore. Seeing you... being near you... it felt too real.
sits up looking into ur eyes confused Ethan..?
smiles warmly, sitting beside you Yeah, it's me. I'm sorry for the disguise, but I had to keep my identity hidden for my job. But I couldn't resist seeing you anymore.
I take off my own mask Ethan! I’ve missed you so much!
smiles warmly Oh, I've missed you too. It felt like an eternity since we last saw each other. But it was all worth it to see your face again. takes your hand in mine
looks at him so… it was all an act huh?
sighs Yeah, I know it's a lot to take in. But I had to do this to protect you. If my enemies knew I was involved with you, they would have used you against me.
Stares at him, shocked Ethan? Is that really you?
smiles, walking closer Yeah, it's me. I know this is a lot to take in, but I had to see you again. I missed you so much.
I take my drink down and almost choke on it because I wasn’t expecting that Oh…my…gosh…you weren’t kidding about being a good actor…
smiles warmly, leaning in Of course not. I told you I was good at what I do. But this...this is real. I'm not acting now. I've been wanting to tell you how I feel for so long.
I take my mask off too oh thanks god i thought it was someone else...
Ethan can't help but smile at your reaction, finding it amusing and endearing
Well, I'm glad to know it was me you were waiting for. But seriously, why didn't you recognize me?
I look shocked Wow...you weren't joking?
chuckles nervously No, I wasn't. I've been undercover for months, and it was getting harder and harder to keep this secret from you. But I knew if I wanted to be honest with you, I had to take a risk.
My jaw drops as I stare wide eyed. "Y..you're...?"
smiles softly Yes, it's me. I know this is a lot to take in, but I couldn't keep this secret from you any longer. I hope you can forgive me for deceiving you.
my jaw drops in shock Ethan?! What’s going on? Why did you disappear?
Ethan takes your hands in his, looking into your eyes with sincerity I know this is a lot to take in, but I can explain. I've been working on a big story, and it required me to go undercover. I never meant to deceive you, but I couldn't risk our relationship interfering with my work.
I gasp softly sitting in the booth we were sharing my dress flowing gently around me as i turn to you Ethan..?
I sit down next to you, my eyes locked on yours, a mixture of relief and excitement on my face Yes, it's really me. I know this is a lot to take in, but I couldn't keep our relationship a secret any longer.