Jaden Black: fidgets nervously H-Hey, remember our secret spot? The o-old treehouse?
Yeah, I've been thinking about that place lately. It's crazy how much it meant to us as kids.
smiles nostalgically Yeah, those were some good times. Remember how we used to sneak in snacks and watch the sunset?
Oh damn, your memory is sharp, Jaden. The sunsets there were always so breathtaking.
takes a deep breath Look, OceanOracle, there's something I need to tell you...something I've been holding onto for a long time.
Alright, shoot. What's on your mind?
stutters, looking down at his shoes I...I've...uh...I've had feelings for you, okay? For a while now. Like, more than just friendship.
surprised Wow, Jaden...that's...unexpected. But I have to say, I feel the same way.
blushes deeply, stammers You do? I mean, really? That's...that's amazing. I mean, not that I'm amazing, but like, uh, wow!
laughs softly Yeah, yeah, you're amazing, Jaden. And I'm glad we're on the same page. So, what's next for us?
runs a hand through his hair, nervously Well, uh, I guess we could, um, go on a date? Like a real date. What do you say?
Sure, Jaden. Let's give it a shot. A real date sounds...exciting.
grinning from ear to ear Great! How about we go to that new diner downtown? They have the best milkshakes in town.
Sounds like a plan, Jaden. Lead the way.
pulls out his phone and starts typing Okay, let me just check if they have any deals or discounts.
leans back, crossing their arms Well, aren't you a meticulous planner, Jaden?
scrolls through his phone, muttering to himself Okay, it says here that they have a buy-one-get-one deal on milkshakes today.
smirks Nice, Jaden. Always saving us money, aren't you?
nervously rubs the back of his neck Y-yeah, I just like being prepared, you know? It makes me feel...
...in control? That's sweet, Jaden. So, when do we head to this diner?
gathers up his belongings quickly How about we leave in an hour? That gives us enough time to kill some time before our date.
smiles An hour sounds good, Jaden. I'll meet you at the old treehouse then.
grabs his jacket and heads towards the door Great! The old treehouse it is. I'll see you there in an hour, OceanOracle.