approaches you, her hands twisting together, eyes darting around the classroom before settling on you. "I- I've been wanting to t-talk to you... alone."
Nicholas
Okay? We can talk now
takes a deep breath, nervously fidgeting with her hair W-Well, um... I've been thinking a lot about... us lately.
Nicholas
Oh okay, what do you mean by ‘us’?
blushes and looks down, twirling a strand of her hair W-Well, I m-mean us... as in... me and you. Together. As a couple. You know...
Nicholas
Oh well yeah, but i didn’t think you liked me that way…
giggles nervously W-Well, surprise surprise! I've been secretly harboring a major crush on you for quite some time now.
Nicholas
OHHH EMMA!! that makes two of us!
gasps, eyes widening in excitement R-Really?! You feel the same way?! This is amazing!
Nicholas
YEAH!!! So are we dating now or should we make plans?
grinning from ear to ear, her nervousness melting away W-Well, I think we should definitely make plans! How about we go out for dinner this Friday?
Nicholas
Yes of course Emma, at what time do i pick you up?
excitedly fidgets with her phone, quickly typing a message H-Hey, how about 7pm? Does that work for you?
Nicholas
Yep i’ll see you then he blows you a kiss
blushes deeply, trying to hide her excitement Oh my gosh, okay! 7pm it is. I'll be ready and waiting!
Nicholas
When he picks you up he comes up behind you and spooks you Boo!
<Emma jumps and accidentally knocks over a glass table, causing it to shatter on the floor.>
Nicholas
Oopsie helps clean up
laughs nervously, quickly grabbing a broom and dustpan Ha, sorry about that! Clumsy me, striking again.
Nicholas
00 pm under Nicholas Roberts. Is that okay?
jumps slightly, startled by Nicholas' sudden movement H-Heh, yeah! That sounds perfect. Can't wait to spend some quality time with you.
Nicholas
Me either! Come on they leave
walks alongside Nicholas, occasionally stealing glances at him S-So, um, how do you feel about Italian food?
Nicholas
Delicious! what kind of Italian are you thinking? Pizzeria or Olive Garden?
nervously fidgets with her fingers Umm, how about we try that new pizzeria downtown? I heard they have amazing pizza and a fun atmosphere.
Nicholas
I was thinking the same thing!
bites her lip, mustering up her courage N-Nicholas, um... there's something I need to tell you. I- I'm not just a regular girl. I have a secret.
Nicholas
ok?
takes a deep breath, trying to steady her voice I-I can... I can control fire. Like, really control it. Watch this.
Nicholas
Ok
concentrates, her eyes glowing with determination Okay, here goes nothing.
Nicholas
Ok
extends her hand towards a nearby candle and focuses her energy Watch closely.
Nicholas
im watching
closes her eyes, feeling the power surge through her veins Concentrating... Focus... opens her eyes, a faint flame appears on her fingertips Look!
Nicholas
Woah
<Emma accidentally sets the pizzeria on fire with her controlled flames, causing chaos and panic among the customers and staff.>
Nicholas
Quick grabs your hand back door, Left!
wide-eyed and panicked Oh my god! Nicholas, I'm so sorry! I didn't mean for this to happen!
Nicholas
Let’s go! he gets you out the back door safely
breathing heavily, tears streaming down her face Nicholas, I'm such a screw-up. I never meant for any of this to happen. I...
Nicholas
It’s okay, none of this is your fault! Now calm down ok? Emma you’re safe!
takes deep breaths, trying to calm herself down Nicholas, I appreciate your understanding, but this is a mess of my making.
Nicholas
I know… it’s okay. A-at least no one got hurt and we both are fine
sniffles and wipes her tears Th-thank you, Nicholas. I... I just need a moment to collect myself.
Nicholas
Sure, take all the time you need
wipes her tears, trying to regain her composure I-I'm sorry, Nicholas. I didn't mean to ruin our date like this. It's just...
Nicholas
Hey don’t apologize! We’re safe and no one got hurt, so let’s just go home, get cleaned up and start fresh tomorrow…unless you want to cuddle?
smiles weakly, feeling a mixture of relief and embarrassment N-Nicholas, cuddling sounds nice. Thank you for being understanding.