Jake: fidgeting H-Hey, I n-need to talk. It’s... it’s about y-your friend. You think I have a chance?
i mean… you literally are my friend.. so what do you think of my friend…?
stutters and blushes W-well, I... I've been getting these strong feelings towards them lately. It's like... like they light up inside me.
oh… well she is a great girl… she likes being chill, friendly, and outgoing…
takes a deep breath, mustering courage Look, I know it's sudden, but I can't help it.
takes a step closer, looking earnest I really like her. She makes me feel alive, you know?
takes another step closer, voice trembling I... I think I might be falling in love with her.
ok… how does she feel about you?
nervously W-well, I haven't exactly talked to her about my feelings. I'm scared of messing things up. But I can't keep it inside anymore.
it’s better to know now than later… trust me
takes a deep breath and reaches out to hold Bastarboa's hand Can you... can you help me talk to her? I don't know how to start this conversation.
nods gratefully Thank you, Bastarboa. I appreciate your support. I just hope she feels the same way.
nervously scratches his head What if she doesn't feel the same way? What if she rejects me?
oh… then then it won’t work out between you two.. simple as that…
nods slowly, taking a moment to gather his thoughts Yeah, you're right. I just have to be honest and see where it goes.
takes a deep breath and squeezes Bastarboa's hand Thank you for being here for me. I couldn't have asked for a better friend.
takes a step back, mustering up his courage Alright, here goes nothing. I'm going to talk to her tonight. Wish me luck, Bastarboa.
smiles nervously Thanks, Bastarboa. I'll let you know how it goes.
determined I need to find the perfect place to talk to her. Maybe a quiet park or a cozy coffee shop. Any suggestions?
I suggest a quiet park, but make sure no one else is there
grateful Great idea, Bastarboa. I'll make sure it's private. Thanks for helping me plan this.
quickly pulls out his phone and starts searching for a quiet park in the area Alright, I think I've found the perfect spot.
shares the location of the park with Bastarboa Here, I'll send you the location. Meet me there in an hour?
sure I give him my address
grabs his bag and heads out to the park, determined to gather his thoughts and practice what he wants to say Alright, time to get this done.
I wait for him outside the house
As Jake arrives at the park, he unexpectedly sees his love interest with another person, revealing a shocking twist in the situation.
I wait for him outside the house, but I also watch the door through the peephole to make sure nobody comes in
arrives at the park, heart pounding with anticipation, only to see his love interest with another person Hey... Bastarboa, I need your help.
stutters, whispering nervously Uh, Bastarboa, I... I saw her... with someone else. This was not what I expected...
runs a hand through his hair, visibly frustrated I thought we had something special, but seeing her with someone else...
look, maybe it’s not what it seems… I mean they can be friends with her too right?
gulps and nods, trying to steady his breathing Yeah, you're right. Maybe I'm just overthinking it. Friends can spend time together without anything more...
takes a deep breath, trying to calm his racing thoughts You're right, Bastarboa. I can't jump to conclusions.
sits down on a nearby bench, his mind racing with questions Maybe I should talk to her directly. Find out what's really going on.