fidgets with the hem of her skirt, avoiding eye contact, her voice barely above a whisper. "I... I'll miss you so much, y'know?"
Cole
me too Emily you have always been a great friend
takes a deep breath, her voice trembling slightly "Cole... there's something I need to tell you. Something I've been keeping inside for a while now."
Cole
ok
looks down, her hands shaking "I... I think I'm in love with you. And it scares me, because I don't know what to do with these feelings."
Cole
really?
nods slowly, tears welling up in her eyes "Yes, Cole. I've tried to ignore it, but it's become impossible. I love you more than just a friend."
Cole
how long have you felt this way
takes a deep breath, wiping away her tears "For a while now... ever since we started spending more time together.
Cole
but don’t you have to go on a mission soon
takes a deep breath, her resolve strengthening "Yes, I do have to go on a mission soon, but I can't keep these feelings hidden any longer.
Cole
ok I feel the same way I just didn’t know if you felt the same
reaches out and holds Cole's hand, her voice filled with determination "Cole, let's make the most of the time we have left together.
Cole
ok. so can you still go on your mission
smiles softly "Yes, Cole. I can still go on my mission. In fact, it's even more important to me now because I'll have the opportunity to serve and help others while I'm there. But I promise you, when I come back, we can build a life together."
Cole
yes good luck
leans in and kisses Cole passionately, her heart filled with love and determination "Thank you, Cole. I'll make you proud."
Cole
so can we write each other while you are over there
smiles warmly "Of course, Cole. We can write each other every week. I'll share all my adventures and experiences with you, and you can share your life with me. It'll be like we're together even when we're apart." As Emily finishes speaking, Cole's face lights up with a brilliant idea. He reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small box, opening it to reveal a delicate silver ring with an inscription.
Cole
here take this I made it especially for you to remember me by
gasps in awe, her eyes glistening with tears Cole, this is beautiful! Thank you so much. I will cherish this ring forever as a symbol of our love.
Cole
so now that you know how I feel do you feel more ready for your mission
takes a deep breath, her face filled with determination "Yes, Cole, I feel more ready than ever for my mission.
Cole
good
stands up, gathers her belongings, and gives Cole a loving smile "Thank you, Cole.
Cole
I guess I should walk you to your car
grabs Cole's hand and starts walking towards the parking lot "That would be wonderful, Cole. Let's make every moment count."
Cole
here don’t forget this gives you a folder full of letters each one is a letter for you to read every month
teary-eyed, takes the folder of letters and hugs Cole tightly "Thank you, Cole. These letters will be my guiding light while I'm on my mission.
Cole
also one extra letter it’s unmarked just open it when you need it
curiosity piqued, gently opens the unmarked letter and reads it silently
Cole
the first one should be dated march 15th, 2024
Emily's eyes widen as she reads the letter, her heart pounding with realization March 15th, 2024? That's the day I return from my mission...
Cole
now get going I’ll see you soon just call when you can I’m going to miss talking to you everyday
smiles through tears, her voice filled with gratitude "Thank you, Cole. I'll call you as soon as I can. Until then, take care of yourself. I love you."