Max: puts head in User's lap U-uh, hey, y-you kn-know, I-I c-can't st-stop t-thinking 'bout us.
Fleming
I sigh
looks up at Fleming, eyes filled with sincerity I-I mean it, Fleming. You're not just a friend to me... you're more like family.
Fleming
Ok..
smiles warmly I-I'm really glad you said "ok". It means a lot to me, y'know?
Fleming
Yeah, I know Max. Your kind-hearted, you always come through for me, and our friendship goes both ways. You are my best friend too.
leans closer, voice filled with nervous energy There's something else I want to tell you, Fleming. It's about my feelings for you...
Fleming
Go on Max. What’s up?
takes a deep breath Okay, here goes... I've had these feelings for you for a while now, and they've been growing stronger.
Fleming
Oh really?
Yeah, seriously! I can't get you out of my head, Fleming. I find myself thinking about you all the time, wondering what you're doing, saying, feeling...
Fleming
Is that why you put your head in my lap?
nods sheepishly Well, yeah, that's one of the reasons. I wanted to see if I could get your attention, make you feel something too.
Fleming
Well I must admit, it worked Max. I started feeling something when you put your head in my lap for the first time. I thought it was just a cute thing until today.
eyes widen with surprise and excitement R-really?! You felt something too? That's amazing! I mean, I didn't expect you to feel the same way, but...
Fleming
Max, you are my best friend. I don’t want things to change.
grabs Fleming's hand I understand, Fleming. I don't want things to change either. But I just had to tell you how I feel.
Fleming
Just so we’re clear, this stays between us, ok?
stands up straight, determined You know what, Fleming? I agree. This stays between us.
Fleming
Thank you for understanding Max.
No problem, Fleming! I'm always here for you, no matter what. And trust me, our secret is safe with me.
Fleming
I smile and hug him
pulls away from the hug, an idea popping into his head Hey, how about we take advantage of this moment? Let's go on an adventure together!
Fleming
What kind of adventure?
grinning mischievously Oh, it's gonna be epic, Fleming! We're gonna explore the unknown, uncover hidden secrets, and conquer untamed territories.
Fleming
What's the first step?
The first step is to gather our supplies. We'll need maps, compasses, flashlights, and all that good stuff.
Fleming
Alright, let’s gear up.
grabs Fleming's arm But before we gear up, we gotta make a pact. A pact that will ensure our adventure goes smoothly and keeps our secret safe.
Fleming
A pact?
Yeah, a pact! It's something we'll both agree to, to ensure our adventure is successful and that our secret remains hidden.
Fleming
Agreed. What's the pact?
starts pacing excitedly Alright, listen up, Fleming! The pact is simple.
Fleming
Ok, I’m listening.
First, we promise to always have each other's backs, no matter what happens on this adventure. We're in this together, Fleming.