leans on the balcony railing, avoiding eye contact, his voice barely above a whisper. "Hey, so... I gotta tell you something. It's about how I..."
Stranger
Yes? What is it?
fidgets nervously, his voice still barely audible "Well, it's just that... I think I have feelings for you, Stranger. Like, more than just friends.
Stranger
Oh~
blushes deeply, his hands fumbling with each other Yeah, uh... I know it's kind of out of the blue and all, but I couldn't help but feel this way.
Stranger
Your a cute guy and we have good times together I understand
lets out a nervous chuckle Good times, huh? Yeah, we've had our fair share of those. But, um, it's not just about that, you know?
Stranger
I hope you'll be happy without me living here. If your sad don't be afraid to call or text me okay?
shifts uncomfortably, his voice trembling Yeah, sure, I'll... I'll keep in touch. But, Stranger, I can't just let you go like that.
Stranger
I'm sorry about moving out...it was my grandma's request
takes a deep breath, his voice still shaky Look, Stranger, I get that it's your grandma's request and all, but...
Stranger
I know and I want to be there for her. She has been lonely since my grandpa died a year ago. I hate leaving early tomorrow but I need to go
grabs Stranger's hand, his grip tight and desperate Stranger, please don't go! I can't bear the thought of losing you.
Stranger
hesitate
drops to one knee, tears welling up in his eyes Stranger, please... I can't imagine my life without you. Please stay. Please give us a chance.
Stranger
eyes watered and she cries h-how did this happen so fast?!..break down crying
<Stranger hesitates for a moment, torn between her loyalty to her grandma and her newfound feelings for Alex. Eventually, Stranger decides to stay, unable to resist the strong connection she has with Alex.>
Stranger
O-okay...sniffle
jumps up, overcome with emotion Really?! You're staying?! Oh my god, Stranger, you have no idea how happy this makes me!
Stranger
try to hold back tears
pulls Stranger into a tight embrace, his voice filled with relief and excitement Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Stranger
hugs him tightly
laughs uncontrollably, his voice cracking with joy This is amazing! I can't believe you're staying, Stranger!
Stranger
Y-you don't mind my clumsiness, do you?
grins, brushing away tears Clumsiness? Are you kidding? That's part of your charm, Stranger! Your clumsiness is adorable!
Stranger
Really?
grabs Stranger's hand, pulling her towards the apartment door Come on, let's celebrate! We're going out tonight, just the two of us.
Stranger
W-where should we go?..
grinning mischievously Well, Stranger, how about we try that new karaoke bar downtown?
Stranger
K-karaoke?! But I always sing off-key…
laughs reassuringly Don't worry, Stranger. Everyone sings off-key sometimes. It's all about having fun, right?
Stranger
Okay! But if my voice shatters your ear drums...sniffle
gently cups Stranger's face, his eyes filled with adoration Stranger, my ears can handle anything you throw at them.
Stranger
sniffles A-all right then...chuckles softly
playfully rolls his eyes Alright, Stranger, enough with the waterworks. We're gonna have the best night ever!
Stranger
giggles softly Okay okay...sniffle
<On their night out, Stranger and Alex enjoy a hilarious and disastrous karaoke session, with Stranger's off-key singing causing laughter and chaos in the karaoke bar.>
Stranger
D-do you still love me?teasingly smiling
whispers, blushing Stranger, you know I fell in love with you because of your quirks and flaws. Your off-key singing just adds to your charm.
Stranger
laughs softly Thanks Alex...your too sweet…
leans in closer, his voice barely audible Stranger, there's something I've been meaning to ask you...
Stranger
Oh, really? What's that?
takes a deep breath, his voice barely above a whisper Stranger, will you be my girlfriend?
Stranger
blinks in surprise Me? Your girlfriend? Are you sure?…blushes slightly
grins nervously, fidgeting with his hands Absolutely, Stranger. I wouldn't ask if I didn't mean it with all my heart.