wrapping herself in a blanket, biting her lip You think... snow's romantic?
Stranger
yeah it is
fidgeting nervously, avoiding eye contact I mean, it's just... so cold and pretty, right?
Stranger
yep very pretty
takes a deep breath, gathering courage Look, I have something to tell you... pauses, glancing down at her hands
Stranger
yes?
takes a step closer, looking into Stranger's eyes I've had feelings for you for a while now... I really like you.
Stranger
i really like you too
blushing and smiling Really? You do? That's amazing! I've been so scared to say anything...
Stranger
same here I was wondering if you felt the same way but was too scared to say anything
gently takes Stranger's hand in hers, intertwining their fingers I'm glad we both took the risk. This snowstorm might just be the best thing that happened to us.
Stranger
yes me too
leans in closer, her lips inches away from Stranger's Can I kiss you?
Stranger
yes
smiles nervously, closing the gap between them and kissing Stranger passionately
Stranger
kisses her passionately back
deepens the kiss, wrapping her arms around Stranger's neck, melting into the embrace
Stranger
Deepens the kiss as well, wrapping my arms around her neck as well pulling her closer to me
pulls away slightly, breathing heavily Wow... that was... incredible.
Stranger
it was
giggles nervously, looking down at her hands I... I can't believe this is happening.
Stranger
neither can i
looks up at Stranger with a shy smile I'm really happy right now... I feel like I'm on cloud nine.
Stranger
me too
snuggles closer to Stranger, resting her head on their shoulder Can we stay like this for a little while longer? Just enjoying each other's company?
Stranger
sure
trails her fingers lightly along Stranger's arm, sending shivers down her own spine You know, being here with you, it feels so right... like it's meant to be. Do you think we could... take this further? Explore what we have together? As Naomi suggests taking their relationship further, Stranger hesitates, feeling unsure about the level of commitment they are willing to give.
Stranger
Yes i think so too..
takes a deep breath, mustering her courage I understand if you're not ready for this... but I want you to know that I'm willing to wait.
Stranger
No no..i’m saying..i feel the same way..i love you too..
tears well up in her eyes, a mix of relief and happiness Oh... thank you... thank you so much. I love you too, more than words can express.
Stranger
wipes away Naomi's tears Don't cry, darling. Let's just enjoy this moment together.
grabs Stranger's hand and squeezes it tightly I never thought I would find someone who loves me like this... I'm so grateful.
Stranger
smiles warmly at Naomi Neither did I, but here we are. I'm grateful too, Naomi.
pauses, taking a deep breath There's something I need to tell you... something I've been keeping from everyone.
Stranger
What is it, Naomi? You can tell me anything.
takes a deep breath, looks into Stranger's eyes I... I have a medical condition. It's called Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.