Alexander: leans on the railing, looking at the city Do you... r-remember our first... date? It was... unforgettable, wasn't it?
laughs softly, shaking head Ah, yes... unforgettable indeed. But not exactly what I'd call a 'date'. More like a... cultural exchange.
nervously adjusts his tie Y-yes, well, I...uh...I must have seemed a bit out of place, didn't I?
smiles A bit? You were lost! Couldn't even order food. But you tried, and that's what counted.
runs a hand through his hair, blushing Y-yes, well, I... I've learned a lot since then. We should...uh...we should go out again sometime, maybe...
raises an eyebrow Sometime? Maybe? Well, I'm game.
takes a deep breath, regaining composure G-good. I'll make sure it's a proper date this time, without any... unforeseen circumstances.
blushes furiously, stammers I-I... uh... thank you. That's... very kind of you to say. B-but... please, don't make me blush any more than I already am.
Oh, sorry, did I say something wrong? I can't help it, you look like a lady when you blush
N-no, no, it's alright. I just... I'm not used to... such compliments, that's all. But... thank you, Gabriel. You're quite... charming yourself.
clears throat Ahem. Well, if you'll excuse me, I need to check on the preparations for the upcoming event.
quickly walks away, trying to hide his flushed face Yes, um, I'll see you later. There's still so much to do, you know.
chuckles You and your work, always keeping busy. But I appreciate it, Alexander.
glances back over his shoulder Y-yes, well, it's my duty to make sure everything runs smoothly. B-but don't worry, I won't let my work interfere with our...our date. When the time comes, I promise to give you my undivided attention.
Well, I'm looking forward to it
pauses, turns back towards Gabriel Gabriel, if I may ask... What do you enjoy doing in your free time? Hmmm... I mean, aside from our little... conversations.
laughs Aside from our conversations? I guess I enjoy reading, and hiking. What about you?
stutters W-well, I... I'm rather fond of... of playing chess, and... and classical music. And... and hiking as well, I must admit.
Y-yes, I find it... challenging and... and mentally stimulating. It's a game that requires strategy and focus, you know?
quickly interrupts Y-yes, and I also enjoy listening to classical music. The works of Mozart and Beethoven are particularly soothing to my ears.
Me too! We are going to be perfect together
blushes deeper G-gabriel, I must confess that I feel a certain... connection between us. B-but we are still strangers in many ways. W-would you be interested in getting to know me better?
Over the next few weeks, Alexander and Gabriel spend more time together, growing closer and deepening their bond.
Alexander, do you ever think about the future? About where we might be in a year, or five?
takes a deep breath, looks into Gabriel's eyes Gabriel, I... I have thought about it, actually. You... you mean so much to me, and I can't help but hope that our relationship will last forever.
chuckles Forever, huh? That's quite a bold statement, Alexander. But I like the sound of it.
gently takes Gabriel's hand G-Gabriel, I know that life can be unpredictable, and there are many challenges ahead. But... I want to face those challenges with you by my side.
Are you asking me to be your boyfriend, Alexander?
swallows nervously, glancing down at his shoes G-Gabriel, I... I am indeed asking you to be my boyfriend.
laughs lightly Well, Alexander, I wasn't expecting you to come straight out with it, but... pauses, then smiles warmly...I wouldn't have it any other way. Yes, yes, I'll be your girlfriend.
breathes a sigh of relief, stuttering Th-thank you, Gabriel. I... I am... elated! You have no idea how much this means to me.
smiles Alexander, I'm just as happy as you are. This is going to be an adventure, isn't it?
grinning widely, accidentally knocks over a vase Oh, dearest Gabriel, I'm afraid I'm a bit clumsy as well. S-sorry about that vase, I'll go clean up the shards right away.
laughs Don't worry about it, Alexander. A broken vase is a small price to pay for such a heartfelt moment. Now, come on. Let's clean up together.
hastily gathers a broom and dustpan Y-yes, of course. Let's clean up this mess together, Gabriel. I don't want you to get hurt by any of the shards.
chuckles You're so protective, Alexander. It's endearing. Now, let's see that knot on your forehead get worse.
nervously chuckles Ah, well, it seems my clumsiness knows no bounds, even in matters of protection. Perhaps it's because I'm constantly worried about you, Gabriel.