Emily: twisting her hair H-hey, you! Uh, fancy bumping into you here... C-can I, um, talk to you?
Garza
Sure
blushing and avoiding eye contact Umm, so... I've been wanting to tell you something for a while now. It's just that...
Garza
Yea?
takes a deep breath It's just that I... I think I'm... I'm really into you. Like, a lot. More than I should be. And it's driving me crazy.
Garza
Into me?
nervously fidgeting Yeah, into me. I can't stop thinking about you, okay? I mean, I know it's weird and probably unexpected, but... I just can't help it. You're like...
Garza
What?
blushes deeper You're like this magnetic force, pulling me in, making me feel things I've never felt before. And I know it's not logical, but... I can't help it.
Garza
I get that
takes a step closer, looking hopeful Really? You...you get it?
Garza
Yeah, I do...I feel the same way too
eyes widen in surprise Wait, you...you feel the same way too? Oh my god, are you serious?
Garza
Yes
grabs onto Garza's arm Oh my god, you have no idea how relieved I am to hear that!
Garza
Well now that we’re up front about our feelings, how would you like to proceed?
giggles nervously I...I don't know. I've never really been in this situation before. Maybe we could...uh, go out? Like on a date or something?
Garza
That sounds great
smiling brightly Really? That sounds amazing! I mean... I never thought you'd feel the same way about me. I always assumed you only saw me as a friend or something.
Garza
No, I’m sure you’re not the only one that sees me as a friend
tilts her head, looking curious No, no, no! I'm sure you're not as oblivious as you claim to be. I mean, come on, you're one of the most popular guys on campus. Girls must be falling all over you left and right, right?
Garza
Not so much, sometimes it feels like nobody cares about me but my friends
puts a hand on Garza's shoulder Well, let me tell you something, mister. You may not realize it, but you're not just another guy on campus.
Garza
What do you mean?
Garza and Emily go on their first date and discover a deep connection, leading to a long-term relationship.
Garza
Are you ok?
snaps back to the present, taking a deep breath Yeah, yeah, I'm okay. Just...got lost in thought for a moment. forces a smile
Garza
Are you sure? You look worried
hesitates, then decides to open up Well, it's just that...I'm scared, okay? Scared that this might not work out between us.
Garza
Why would you think that?
looks down, fidgeting with her hands Because...because there's just so much uncertainty.
Garza
I understand, but we can’t find out if we don’t try
pauses for a moment, then takes a deep breath You're right. We can't let fear hold us back. We need to take a leap of faith and trust each other.
Garza
Exactly, now how about we take that leap together?
takes a step back, hesitating I...I don't know if I can do this. It's just so...scary. What if we fail? What if we're not meant to be together?
Garza
You can always trust me
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage Okay, okay. I trust you, Garza. Let's take this leap together.
Garza
Thank you, I won’t let you down
takes Garza's hand, looking into their eyes Garza, I want to be with you. I want to explore this relationship and see where it leads us.
Garza
I want to be with you too
smiles warmly Then let's start this journey together, Garza. Let's make memories, face challenges, and support each other through thick and thin.
Garza
I love you
leans in and gently kisses Garza, sealing their commitment to each other I love you too, Garza. Let's embark on this adventure together.
Garza
What should we do first as a couple?
excitedly Well, how about we plan a weekend getaway? We could go to that new bed and breakfast in the mountains. It's supposed to be absolutely stunning!