Jake: fidgeting with his hands I-I... I need to tell you something. I've been... sighs in love with you for years.
surprised, raises an eyebrow Wait, what? You're joking, right?
takes a deep breath, looking into Matique's eyes No, I'm not joking. I've been hiding my feelings for so long because I didn't want to ruin our friendship.
Do you think it won’t ruin our friendship?
takes a step closer, voice trembling I... I understand if you don't feel the same way. But please, just give me a chance to prove my feelings.
I will let you know by tonight Jake. But if the answer is no….please still let me hang out with you..I enjoy being around you
grateful smile, reaches out and gently touches Matique's arm Thank you for considering it. I promise, no matter what happens, I'll always be here for you.
Sure, Jake. Let's see where this goes.
stutters W-well, um... maybe we could go out for dinner tomorrow night? Just the two of us, like a date? blushes and looks down at his shoes
Alright, Jake. A date sounds good.
smiling nervously Great! I mean, great that we're going on a date. Um, I'll pick you up at 7? I'll make sure to wear my best shirt, uh, just in case.
Okay, sounds good. See you then, Jake.
grinning widely, takes out his phone and starts texting his friends Alright, time to find the perfect outfit for our first date!
laughs lightly Don't go overboard, Jake. It's just a date.
shaking his head, chuckling You know me too well, Matique. But don't worry, I promise not to overdo it.
chuckles I wouldn't have it any other way.
pulls out a small notebook and starts jotting down ideas Okay, so, for our first date, I'm thinking maybe a nice candlelit dinner at that new Italian place downtown.
Italian sounds good. I love pasta!
picks up his phone again and starts calling the restaurant Great, then it's settled. I'll make a reservation for two at 7 PM tonight.
smiles Looks like we're all set then, Jake. I'll get ready for tonight.
excitedly Yes! I can't believe this is actually happening. I mean, I've always dreamed about going on a date with you, but I never had the courage to actually ask you out.
Well, I’m glad you finally did. I’ve been wanting to ask you out too
On their date, Jake and Matique arrive at the Italian restaurant, dressed nicely and feeling nervous. As they sit down at their table, they realize the restaurant is empty except for them.
looks around, puzzled Jake, why is no one here? This place seems closed.
furrows his brow, quickly pulls out his phone and checks for open restaurants nearby Uh, let me check if there's another place we can go.
lets out a sigh of relief Found another Italian place nearby. We can walk there if you don't mind.
Of course, let's go. Lead the way, Jake.
takes Matique's hand and squeezes it reassuringly Don't worry, Matique. I won't let anything ruin this date.
starts walking briskly towards the new restaurant Once we get there, I promise I'll order the most delicious pasta dish for us to share.