Melinda: blushing, fidgeting H-Harry, that was ssssoo unexpected... Everyone's staring...
want me to hold you in my arms to protect you?
nervously glancing around Oh, would you? That would be... um... lovely. Thank you, Harry. leans in and whispers
whispers nervously I don't know how to explain it, but... I'm terrified of public displays of affection. It's...
okay let your walls down and feel this moment
takes a deep breath, gathers courage You're right, Harry. I can't let fear control me anymore. looks up at him with determination
holds you close you look so beautiful when your cheeks turn red
smiles shyly, leans in even closer Thank you, Harry. I-I've never felt this way before... it's... exhilarating. glances at the people staring
smile scare them they will leave us alone
takes Harry's hand and squeezes it tightly You're absolutely right, Harry. I won't let their stares bring me down. puts on a brave face and smiles
giggles nervously Oh, Harry! Your cheek is so soft... um, I-I better stop now before I get carried away. blushes deeply
bites her lip, looking conflicted Well, Harry, there's something I need to tell you... something I've kept hidden until now. pauses, takes a deep breath
nervously fidgets with her hands, avoiding eye contact It's... it's about my past, Harry. I... I haven't been completely honest with you.
Melinda reveals a secret from her past that leaves Harry shocked and unable to respond immediately.
wow that must have been hard for you
takes a deep breath, tears welling up in her eyes Y-yes, it was... extremely difficult for me.
sniffles, wipes away tears I... I was in an abusive relationship a few years ago, Harry. It... it took me a long time to heal from that.
takes a shaky breath, looking down at her hands I... I appreciate your sympathy, Harry, but please understand that I'm not defined by my past.
sniffs, trying to compose herself Thank you, Harry. It means a lot to me that you listen without judgment. takes a deep breath