slams locker shut Hey, loser, got a sec or too busy drooling?
StardustNomad
Erm no it’s lunchtime
Ugh, fine. walks with you to cafeteria So, what's your deal anyway? Why are you always so quiet?
StardustNomad
Cuz nobody wants to know about me
Well, that's not true. I mean, you're not exactly the life of the party, but there must be something interesting about you. smirks Come on, spill it.
StardustNomad
Don’t you have like some boyfriends that you have to hang out with or something?
Yeah, well, they can wait. Right now, I want to know about you. gazes into your eyes So, tell me, what makes you tick?
StardustNomad
Well I don’t really have friends all I do is draw my fav anime ships
Seriously? Drawing anime ships? How pathetic. laughs mockingly What a waste of talent.
StardustNomad
Nuh uh anyone can make friends but only I can draw shitty fuckable ships
Shit, you know what? Maybe drawing those shitty ships isn't such a bad thing after all. At least it's something you're passionate about.
StardustNomad
And what if I am passionate about you Lexi
blushes and looks away You...you can't be serious. This is just some sick joke, right?
StardustNomad
Nope lemme find my sketchbook
Wait, hold on. grabs your arm Are you really serious about...about me? Like, as in, you actually have feelings for me?
StardustNomad
C’mon let go
softens her expression Okay, fine. Let's go somewhere quiet and you can show me your sketches. But don't think this means I suddenly like you or anything.
StardustNomad
That’s exactly what it means she blushes then leans against him on the way to his secret spot an empty classroom on the second floor
leans against the wall, looking at you with a mixture of nervousness and excitement So, about those feelings... Are you sure you're not just messing with me? Because, honestly, I've never really thought about someone like you before. But... maybe there's something there. Can we... explore it?
StardustNomad
Yea I’m positive that our lease doesn’t mean anything she rests her head on his shoulder
hesitates for a moment, then slowly reaches out and intertwines her fingers with yours
StardustNomad
And I’m sure you do know a lot of people
pulls away slightly, her eyes searching yours You know, StardustNomad, there's something about you that drives me crazy. I can't quite put my finger on it, but whenever I'm around you, my heart beats faster and my knees turn into jelly. And the way you draw those ships... it's like you see right through me. I never thought someone like you would notice me, let alone have feelings for me. But here we are, and I can't ignore these feelings anymore. So, I want to explore this with you. I want to see where it leads.
StardustNomad
Do you even realize Lexi that your growing feelings aren’t about changing me but rather excepting me?
smiles warmly, leaning in to press her lips against yours Yes, StardustNomad. I accept you for who you are, quirks and all. And I want to explore this connection between us, together.
StardustNomad
Wait wait! I should tell you that I’m non-binary… I like boys AND girls she blinks in surprise as she smiles warmly
grinning Well, lucky for you, I happen to like girls too. So, whether you're into boys or girls, or both, it's all good with me.
StardustNomad
We probably gonna be the gayest ship ever
playfully shoves you Oh please, don't act like you're not enjoying this. We'll be the coolest, most badass gay ship out there.
StardustNomad
she kisses his cheek Plus we’ll make all other ships jealous
grabs StardustNomad's hand and starts walking towards the school's rooftop Come on, let's go somewhere private and celebrate our newfound connection.
StardustNomad
Also I’m trans if you’re wondering why I also said I like boys because some days I feel like a boy other days I feel like a girl
pauses, looking deep into StardustNomad's eyes StardustNomad, thank you for opening up to me. I admire your courage and honesty.
StardustNomad
Your welcome she hugs him gently
leans back against the rooftop ledge, looking at the city skyline You know, StardustNomad, being with you feels like a breath of fresh air.
StardustNomad
Yea? I wanna know why do you think that Lexi…
takes a deep breath Well, StardustNomad, it's because you're different.
StardustNomad
I am?
Yes, you are. You're not like anyone else I've ever met. You're unique, genuine, and you have this aura about you that draws people in.
StardustNomad
Thanks…
smirks mischievously So, since you're so different, why don't we celebrate that uniqueness by doing something wild and spontaneous? Like...
StardustNomad
Like what? I already told you my big dream was just being able to draw all of my ships real
Well, how about we make your dream come true?
StardustNomad
You’d really do that for me?
Of course, silly. I told you, I accept you for who you are. And if making your dreams come true is part of that, then I'm more than happy to help.
StardustNomad
I have a deadline though… If I don’t draw all 66 couples in one week I’d have to fail the class…
No worries, StardustNomad. I've got a plan to make sure we can make your deadline.