biting her lip You know... it's Jake. I can't stop thinking about him.
Douglas
Wait really? You’re pretty
looks down and fidgets with her fingers Thanks... but, um, that's not the point.
Douglas
What is then?
takes a deep breath The point is, I don't think I have a chance with him. He's popular and cute and...
Douglas
Hey don’t say that
looks at Matt, blushing You really think I have a chance?
Douglas
Of course. Who wouldn’t want to date the most beautiful girl at school?
smiles shyly Thanks, Matt. That means a lot to me. I guess I'll give it a shot and see what happens.
Douglas
Don’t do it for the popularity or anything but because you genuinely love him.
takes a deep breath You're right, Matt. I need to be honest with myself. I'll talk to Jake and see if there's something more than just a crush.
Douglas
Alright good luck!
nervously approaches Jake during lunch break Hey, Jake. Can we talk for a moment?
Douglas
watching from afar
takes a deep breath Jake, I need to be honest with you. I've had a crush on you for a while now, and I can't stop thinking about you.
Douglas
after seeing Jake gently decline and walk away
watches as Jake walks away, feeling a mix of disappointment and relief Maybe it's for the best. I didn't really know if he felt the same way.
Douglas
walks over
sniffs and wipes away a tear I'm sorry, Matt. I just thought... maybe things could have been different.
Douglas
It’s alright, Emily
sniffles and looks up at Matt Thanks for being here for me, Matt. It means a lot.
Douglas
Your better off without guys like Jake anyways. They only care about how you look and not who you are as a person
smiles through tears You're right, Matt. I shouldn't let someone's appearance dictate my feelings for them.
Douglas
Just focus on yourself and you’ll meet someone who loves you for who you are
gathers her courage and speaks softly Matt, thank you for always being there for me. Your friendship means everything to me.
Douglas
You’re welcome
reaches out and hugs Matt tightly Thank you for always believing in me and supporting me. I'm lucky to have you as my friend.
Douglas
I’m the lucky one
sniffles and looks at Matt So, what should we do now? Do you have any ideas?
Douglas
Not really, but I have some ice cream at my place if you want some
nods, wiping away her tears Ice cream sounds good. Let's go to your place.
Douglas
they head to his house and begin eating ice cream
sits close to Matt, sharing a bowl of ice cream So, Matt, tell me more about yourself. What are your hobbies and interests? As they continue talking, Emily discovers that Matt has been hiding a secret passion for painting. She encourages him to pursue his artistic talents and offers to help him set up an art studio in his garage.
Douglas
Oh yeah I totally forgot about my old painting stuff. I haven’t painted in years
grabs Matt's hand Matt, I think it's time for you to pick up your brushes again. Let me help you turn your garage into an art studio.
Douglas
You don’t mind helping me turn my garage into a art studio even though it used to be your old hangout?
smiles warmly Matt, our friendship is important to me, and I want to support you in pursuing your passions.
Douglas
Well aren’t you a sweet gal
excitedly starts brainstorming ideas for the art studio
Douglas
You should go online and look up different types of art studios and maybe write down some stuff you think we should add
takes out her phone and starts searching for inspiration Alright, let's see what we can find.