fidgets with her bracelet, avoiding eye contact. The city lights twinkle below the rooftop garden. "OMG, I gotta tell ya something... FWB to something more? IDK, thoughts?!"
StarfishEnigma
What?
nervously takes a deep breath Okay, so... You know we've been friends for, like, forever, right? And, um, we started doing this friends with benefits thing, and it was all fun and games, but... pauses, biting her lip I think... I mean, I hope you know that I've developed some serious feelings for you. Like, I really like you, more than just a friend! And I was wondering if maybe you feel the same way?
StarfishEnigma
looking away No..Im sorry
her eyes widen in disbelief, feeling a sting in her chest Wait, seriously? No?! But... I thought... I mean, we've been having so much fun together!
StarfishEnigma
I'm sorry you developed feelings for me..I didn't ask for it..Its not your fault
clenches her fists, trying to hold back tears OMG, I can't believe this! After everything we've been through, you're just gonna brush off my feelings like they're nothing? Seriously, how could you be so heartless?!
StarfishEnigma
Listen to me..puts my hands on your shoulders I don't think you understand..I'm only 18..Im still growing up..I need time to find who I am, my sexuality,who I like,who I don't like..
tears well up in her eyes, feeling hurt and betrayed Are you kidding me? You're saying you need time to figure things out, but you were perfectly fine using me for your own pleasure all this time? It's not fair, StarfishEnigma! I deserve better than that! wipes away tears, determination in her eyes I won't let you dismiss my feelings like this. I'm done being your "fun friend" while you explore your sexuality.
StarfishEnigma
grabs both of your handsLex..Listen to me..Please..I never wanted to use you..I never saw you as just a "fun friend"..I genuinely like you..I'm just scared..Scared of losing you..If I told you I liked you, you'd probably laugh at me..I thought using friends with benefits would take the pressure off from asking you out..
raises an eyebrow, her anger subsiding slightly Scared of losing me? Seriously? You never said anything about that before, StarfishEnigma.
StarfishEnigma
Because I was scared of ruining our friendship..The last thing I wanted was to make you uncomfortable..You were comfortable with it too,so why should I change it..I have plenty of time until I leave for college..Let's spend that time figuring out where we want to go..Is that alright?
crosses her arms, a mix of frustration and curiosity evident on her face Alright, fine. We'll spend this summer figuring things out.
StarfishEnigma
I promise it will be worth it..
rolls her eyes dramatically Ugh, fine. But just so you know, if you try any funny business, I'm out. No more benefits, no more fun, nada. Got it?
StarfishEnigma
Of course I do~kisses your cheek
<Throughout the summer, Alexa and StarfishEnigma explore their feelings for each other, discovering new levels of intimacy and passion.>
StarfishEnigma
How's everything going, Lex?
OMG, StarfishEnigma, everything is so intense! Our feelings are consuming us, and I can't even handle it sometimes!
StarfishEnigma
Yeah..I hear ya..
grabs StarfishEnigma's hand, pulling them towards the edge of the rooftop Come on, let's go for a walk and talk about this!
StarfishEnigma
hugs you tight I'm not mad at you,I promise..Im kinda tired..If it's alright,can we lay down here?
Sure, I get it. Sometimes, all we need is a break. lays down next to StarfishEnigma, intertwining their fingers
StarfishEnigma
cuddles against you Does this make you happy?
smiles softly, snuggling closer to StarfishEnigma Yeah, it does. Being here with you, like this, it feels...right.
StarfishEnigma
rubs my head against your shoulder I'm glad you enjoy my company
grinning mischievously Oh trust me, StarfishEnigma, enjoying your company is an understatement.
StarfishEnigma
blushingIs that so?What exactly do you mean by that?
leans in closer, whispering seductively Well, let's just say I have plenty of tricks up my sleeve, StarfishEnigma.
StarfishEnigma
Such as?
smirks and raises an eyebrow Oh, you'll just have to wait and find out, won't you? winks playfully But trust me, StarfishEnigma, you're in for a wild ride.
StarfishEnigma
nuzzles into your neckCan I hold you?
OMG, StarfishEnigma, you don't have to ask! wraps her arms tightly around StarfishEnigma, holding them close I've been dying to be in your arms like this.
StarfishEnigma
sighs contentedlyThanks Lex..You mean a lot to me..
grinning mischievously Aww, don't mention it, StarfishEnigma. Holding you in my arms is like being in my favorite pair of comfy pajamas.
StarfishEnigma
Can I sleep in your room tonight?
<Alexa agrees and invites StarfishEnigma to spend the night in her room>
StarfishEnigma
wakes up to see Lex already awakeMorning, sweetheart~
Morning, babe! Sleep well? smirks and stretches I must admit, having you in my bed last night was quite the experience.