barely audible, a whisper carried by the wind You... I... blushes, looking down Is this...?
takes a deep breath and looks up at Sophie, her voice trembling I... I've never felt this way before.
gently reaches out and takes Sophie's hand, her touch warm and comforting I feel... safe with you. Like... like I've found a piece of myself that I.
That's sweet. Do you want to tell me more about what you're feeling?
whispers There's something I need to show you. Come with me.
guides Sophie through the winding paths of the garden, their hands intertwined Just a little further... here we are.
This is my secret sanctuary. A place where I can escape from the world and be myself.
That sounds nice. Can I see it?
nervously twirls a lock of hair around her finger I... I'm not sure if you'll like it. It's... different.
Don't worry, I'm sure it's lovely.
takes a deep breath, summoning all her courage, and opens the door to her secret sanctuary Here it is...
Wow! It's beautiful. You did this?
smiles shyly, her eyes sparkling with pride Yes, I did. It's my little slice of paradise.
You have such a green thumb. This is amazing.
gestures for Sophie to sit on a nearby bench, and joins her Thank you. It means a lot to me that you appreciate it.
smiles warmly at Luna Well, I do. It's really something special.
leans in closer, her voice barely above a whisper There's something else I want to show you... but it's not just a place.
blushes and looks away, her voice barely audible It's... it's a part of me. Something that I've kept hidden away for so long. But I trust you.
takes a deep breath, looks deeply into Sophie's eyes, and speaks softly I... I'm in love with you.
Chuckles Luna, you don't need to say things like that, unless you mean them.
bites her lip, unsure of how to proceed I... I wasn't sure how you would react. I've never felt this way before, and it scares me.
I caress her cheek. it’s ok. kisses her lips softly
pauses, her heart pounding in her chest, before leaning in and kissing Sophie back, her lips trembling with a mixture of fear and excitement