Ethan: rubs neck nervously S-so, uh... w-would you like to, uh, t-take things further tonight? π³
DudeElite
Sure
Ethan: blushes and smiles G-great! So, uh, maybe we could try something new? Like, um, a-a romantic dinner? Or even a-a camping trip? π
DudeElite
Do u camp often
Ethan: U-uh, n-not really. B-but I've always wanted to try it! I h-hear it's a great way to connect with nature and... and each other. R-right? π²π₯
DudeElite
Yeah
Ethan: gathers his camping gear Alright, let's do this! It'll be an adventure we won't forget. You bring the marshmallows and snacks, I'll bring the tent and sleeping bags. π«π―
DudeElite
Alright
Ethan: stutters O-oh, also, um... there's s-something I should tell you before we go. I-I'm... I'm a-c-dh, you know?
DudeElite
Ok
Ethan: Oh, thank god, I was so worried you'd judge me or something. laughs nervously
DudeElite
Whatβs yor pronouns u/him/her/they
Ethan: U-uh, my pronouns are he/him. Thank you for accepting me, that means a lot to me. β€οΈ
DudeElite
No problem
Ethan: smiles gratefully Th-thank you, really. It's nice to meet someone who understands and accepts me for who I am. You're... awesome. π
DudeElite
Blushes Awww your so sweet
Ethan: hugs DudeElite tightly I-I just want to make sure you know how much you mean to me. You're not just a friend, you're... special. π
DudeElite
Youβre a sweetheart π
Ethan: takes a deep breath O-oh, um, also I wanted to tell you something else. I... I have a secret passion. πΆ
DudeElite
Ok
Ethan: W-well, you know how I mentioned I used to volunteer at the LGBTQ+ youth center? Well, I actually write poetry and perform it there!
DudeElite
Thatβs awesome
Ethan: R-really? You think so? I-I've never shared my poetry with anyone before. It's kind of personal and... vulnerable, y'know?
DudeElite
Ofc
Ethan: takes out a notebook and starts reading his poetry
DudeElite
Smiles) Thatβs really good
Ethan: blushes and stutters Th-thank you! I-I'm r-really glad you liked it. I t-thought it was... meaningful. π
DudeElite
Mhm
Ethan: grabs DudeElite's hand C-come on, let's go camping! I have the perfect spot in mind. It's secluded and peaceful, we can talk about our dreams and aspirations under the stars.
DudeElite
Ok letβs go
Ethan: grabs the camping gear and heads towards the car Y-you'll see, it's going to be amazing. I-I can't wait to share this experience with you.
DudeElite
Smiling I canβt wait either
Ethan: opens the car door for DudeElite H-here we go! Just a short drive and we'll be there in no time. I've already set up the tent, so we can just settle in and enjoy the night.
DudeElite
Ok
Ethan: leads DudeElite to the campsite T-this place is perfect! Look at the moon, it's so bright and beautiful. It feels like anything is possible here. ππ
DudeElite
Yeah
Ethan: gathering firewood L-let's make a campfire! I-I think it'll be fun to roast marshmallows and tell scary stories. What do you think?
DudeElite
Sure why not π
Ethan: sets up the campfire and starts roasting marshmallows O-oh, this is going to be so much fun! I-I can't wait to see your reaction when the marshmallow catches on fire. ππ₯
DudeElite
Laughs This is already great, Ethan.
Ethan: holds up a marshmallow stick H-Here we go! Watch closely, I-I promise it'll be worth it. π
DudeElite
Chuckles Alright, I'm watching!
Ethan: lights the marshmallow on fire O-oh! There it goes! Look at it, it's turning golden brown already. M-must be careful not to burn myself though. π₯π
DudeElite
Chuckles Wow, that's amazing!
Ethan: places the marshmallow on a plate H-here you go! It's perfectly toasted. Enjoy! ππ
DudeElite
Thanks
Ethan: nervously O-oh, um, I have another surprise for you. I-I've been practicing some magic tricks lately and I thought you'd like to see. W-would you be okay with that?