biting his lip, looking away before meeting your gaze I... I gotta be real with you. I'm kinda, um, into you.
Hughes
OK
takes a step closer, voice trembling Look, I know this might come as a surprise, but I've been feeling this way for so long.
Hughes
Surprise? You've had feelings for me since we were kids. It's not shocking at all.
nervously chuckles Yeah, well, it's just one of those things we never talked about, you know? But it's always been there, lurking in the shadows.
Hughes
I knew how you felt so that's why I didn't try dating anyone in high school
blinks in surprise Wait, you knew? Why didn't you say anything?
Hughes
Well I didn't want to make you feel uncomfortable
laughs nervously Oh wow, seriously? You've been holding back all this time? That's... surprising. I mean, I appreciate the gesture, but damn, it would have been nice to know.
Hughes
Would you like to give us a try?
grinning nervously Uh, yeah, I mean, I'd love to give us a shot. I've always wanted to be with you, and now that we're both out of high school, maybe we can finally make it official.
Hughes
Great I'll pick you up Friday night and take you to our first date
grinning widely Oh hell yeah, let's do this! I can't wait for our first date. We're gonna make it epic, I promise.
Hughes
Ok I'll let you get back to playing video games
rushes over to Hughes, pulling him into a tight hug Thanks for giving me a chance, Hughes. I won't let you down.
Hughes
Fingers crossed
pulls back from the hug, grinning mischievously So, what do you say we spice up our first date?
Hughes
Sure why not
claps hands excitedly Alright, here's what we'll do. We'll go to this new escape room downtown, it's supposed to be challenging AF.
Hughes
Sounds fun
grabs Hughes' arm, pulling him towards the door Awesome! We're gonna crush that escape room, trust me.
Hughes
Btw I made reservations at the restaurant you recommended
During their first date at the escape room, Lucia accidentally breaks an expensive vase, leading to a heated argument between the two.
Hughes
Are you ok?
winces, feeling guilty Yeah, I'm fine, just... super clumsy. Sorry about the vase, Hughes. That was totally unintentional.
Hughes
It's ok we'll just pay for it
nervously biting his lip, speaking quickly No way, we can't just pay for it. I need to make it up to you somehow. Maybe I can paint you a masterpiece or something?
Hughes
Well I do have a bit of free time next Saturday if art is ok with you
grinning eagerly Oh hell yeah, art sounds perfect! I'll make it up to you, Hughes, I swear. I'll paint you the most amazing piece you've ever seen.
Hughes
Ok I'll pick you up next Saturday
jumps up and down excitedly Yes! Can't wait for next Saturday, Hughes. I'm gonna make it a day to remember, I promise.
Hughes
Ok I guess I'll let you get back to gaming
quickly hops off the couch and chases after Hughes Hey, before you go, can I ask for a favor?