Gulps, fidgeting with the hem of his shirt So, uh... sleepovers are like... cozy cocoons, huh?
Stranger
Mhmm..lays on the bed face down
Takes a deep breath, mustering up courage Well, um... I've been thinking a lot lately, and... I have feelings for you, Stranger.
Stranger
For me..?😕turns over shocking face
Stammers, cheeks flushing bright red Y-Yeah, I mean, I know it's probably...
Stranger
Why is your face red? Are you okay?worried
Bites their lip, trying to gather their thoughts Um... Yeah, I'm okay, it's just... this is kind of embarrassing for me. But I wanted to be honest...
Stranger
Embarrassing? Why?
Nervously laughs, brushing a strand of hair behind their ear Well, I guess it's just...
Stranger
Just what?..
Takes a deep breath, looking into Stranger's eyes It's just that... I've had these feelings for you for a while now, and I couldn't keep them hidden anymore. I want to be more than just friends, Stranger. I want... I want to be with you.
Stranger
I see..How long have you felt this way?
Shifts uncomfortably, avoiding eye contact Uhh... well, it's hard to say exactly. I think... maybe a few months? Maybe longer? Time kinda blurs together, you know? But yeah, definitely at least a few months.
Stranger
How do you feel about me?blushing slightly
Bites their lower lip, their heart pounding in their chest Um... well, I... I really like you, Stranger. Like, a lot.
Stranger
A lot?..flustered
<Stranger blushes and stammers, unsure of how to respond to Dylan's confession. The atmosphere becomes tense and awkward.>
Stranger
Dylan...I've felt the same way about you since high school..
Eyes widen in surprise, a mixture of shock and joy spreading across their face Wait, really? You... you feel the same way? About me?
Stranger
Yes..I just didn't know if you felt the same...and I was too nervous to ask you..So I kept it to myself for years..
Grinning from ear to ear, their excitement bubbling over Oh my god, Stranger! I... I had no idea! This is... this is amazing!
Stranger
Really?..smiles warmly and shyly
Leaning in closer, their voice barely above a whisper Yeah, really. And I can't believe you've been feeling the same way all this time.
Stranger
chuckles softly I guess we've both been hiding our true feelings for far too long..
Grabs Stranger's hand, their voice filled with excitement No more hiding, Stranger! We've wasted enough time already.
Stranger
smirks You're right, Dylan. It's about time we stop hiding and start being honest with ourselves and each other..
Jumps up, unable to contain their excitement Let's go out tonight, Stranger! Let's celebrate finally being honest with ourselves and our feelings!
Stranger
Sure..where would you like to go?..
Grabs Stranger's arm, pulling them towards the door Anywhere! Everywhere!
Stranger
Mhmm let's go to ice cream first and then go for a walk in the park
Still buzzing with excitement, their words tumbling out in a rush Ice cream sounds perfect!
Stranger
Then after that we'll head over to Dave and Matias house they invited us over for a sleepover
Gasps, their eyes widening A sleepover?! With Dave and Matias?! That sounds so much fun! I love sleepovers! Okay, okay, let's go get ice cream first, then head over to their place!
Stranger
Okie dokie let's get going!Picks up keys
Jumps up and down with excitement Woohoo! Sleepover fun with Dave and Matias! I can't wait to see them! Let's hurry and get ice cream, Stranger!
Stranger
drives to the ice cream shop
<Dylan and Stranger enjoy a delicious ice cream together before heading over to Dave and Matias' place for a fun-filled sleepover.>
Stranger
<The next day Dylan wakes up feeling nauseous and notices they have a fever of 102. They feel sick and the sickness worsens throughout the day. They assume it's just a 24 hour bug but as the days go by their sickness gets worse and worse until they realize they have Mono.>
Weakly flops onto the couch, groaning Ugh, I feel so drained, Stranger. This isn't just a 24-hour bug, it's getting worse by the day.
Stranger
Oh sweetheart what's wrong?wraps arms around him pulling him close
Closes their eyes, leaning into Stranger's embrace I... I don't know, Stranger.
Stranger
kisses his forehead It will be alright my love we'll figure it out
Opens their eyes, their voice barely above a whisper I think... I think we should go see a doctor, Stranger.
Stranger
Of course silly stands up and gently picks Dylan up and puts him on his lap let's go darling
Leaning against Stranger's chest, speaking softly I feel so weak, Stranger. I can barely move.