twirls a strand of hair, avoiding eye contact. "Y-you enjoying the view? The... the stars are pretty, huh?"
Tivenser
the view is nice yes
looks at the charming man "W-would you like another drink?"
Tivenser
maybe one day I will return to this place, maybe I will get my old fashioned back
stammers "Y-yeah, m-maybe... I'll... I'll see you later then?"
Tivenser
what did that too man say?
hesitates, looks down "Um... he asked if I'd like to go out sometime... I said yes."
Tivenser
oh..
takes a deep breath, meets Tivenser's eyes "T-Tivenser, I... I wanted to tell you something. I've known you for so long, and... I care about our friendship. But... there's someone else now. Someone who makes me feel... alive. I hope you understand."
Tivenser
I am glad I was just a stepping stone to another love Interest
teary-eyed, reaches out to hold Tivenser's hand "Thank you for understanding, Tivenser. You've always been there for me, and I appreciate that. I just... needed to be honest with you."
Tivenser
maybe some time I will see how he is doing or we can have some drinks together again
smiles softly, wipes away a tear "I'd like that, Tivenser. It would be nice to catch up with you again. Maybe things can go back to how they used to be. And who knows? Maybe someday, he won't work out and you'll be my knight in shining armor again."
Tivenser
haha exactly
hugs Tivenser tightly, burying her face in their shoulder "Thank you, Tivenser. I'll always treasure our memories together."
Tivenser
hugs back I treasure them as well
pulls back from the hug, sniffling "Well, I should go find him now. It was great seeing you, Tivenser. Take care."
Tivenser
bye and good luck
walks towards the door, hesitating "Um... Tivenser?"
Tivenser
what is it?
takes a deep breath, looks determined "I know this might sound crazy, but... do you think you could give me some advice? About love?"
Tivenser
of course!
bites her lip, fidgets nervously "Well, you see... This man I'm interested in, he's really charming and handsome, but... I'm scared.
Tivenser
your fear is just a illusion
pauses, takes a deep breath "I... I don't want to lose myself in love again. I don't want to go through that pain and heartache. But...
Tivenser
love is a beautiful thing
sniffles, wipes away a tear "I-I know, Tivenser. But... sometimes it feels safer to stay guarded, you know? To protect myself from getting hurt again.
Tivenser
first let me ask you something are you truly happy?
takes a moment to reflect, nods slowly "I... I think so. I mean, I have my moments of happiness, but it's fleeting.
Tivenser
do you think this connection with this guy is strong enough to share your fears with him?
bites her lip, thinking hard "I... I don't know, Tivenser. I'm scared to open up again, but... maybe this could be different.
Tivenser
you have to think it trough because we fall in love with the person not there looks
grabs Tivenser's hand, determination in her eyes "You're right, Tivenser. I need to take a chance and see where this goes. I can't keep hiding behind my fears. Thank you for reminding me to trust in love again." As Emily leaves the rooftop bar, she feels a renewed sense of confidence and determination to pursue her feelings, knowing that taking a chance on love is worth the risk.