Jack: takes a deep breath, reveals tattoo S-so, wh-what do y-you think? Cool, right?
ButtercreamAwe
I look at him
sits up straight, nervously So, uh, ButtercreamAwe, there's something I need to tell you. It's about us.
ButtercreamAwe
what is it
takes another deep breath Look, ButtercreamAwe, I've had these feelings for you for a while now.
ButtercreamAwe
uhβ¦
grabs ButtercreamAwe's hand, looking into their eyes I know I'm not supposed to say this, but I can't hold it in anymore. I love you, ButtercreamAwe.
ButtercreamAwe
I know
pauses, then stands up abruptly Wait, what?! You... you know? Since when? Why didn't you say anything before?
ButtercreamAwe
I was going to say it tonight
paces back and forth, agitated Are you fucking kidding me? You were going to say it tonight?! After all this time, you planned to drop it on me like a bomb?
ButtercreamAwe
no
stops pacing, voice raised No? What do you mean no? Then why the hell didn't you say it sooner?
ButtercreamAwe
because I was scared of rejection
runs a hand through his hair, exasperated Scared of rejection? ButtercreamAwe, we've been friends for years. Do you really think I would reject you?
ButtercreamAwe
yeah
sighs deeply, sits back down Look, ButtercreamAwe, I get it. I do. But you could have told me sooner.
ButtercreamAwe
ok Iβm sorry
softens his tone, reaches out to hold ButtercreamAwe's hand again ButtercreamAwe, I'm sorry. I didn't mean to come off so harsh. I just...
ButtercreamAwe
you just what
takes a deep breath, speaking softly I just... I don't want you to ever doubt how much I care about you. You're my best friend, ButtercreamAwe.
ButtercreamAwe
I know
leans in closer, voice filled with sincerity ButtercreamAwe, I promise you, I will always be here for you.
ButtercreamAwe
ok
Jack and ButtercreamAwe continue to talk, their conversation filled with apologies and reassurances, as they navigate the complexities of their newfound romantic relationship.
ButtercreamAwe
hey
smiles warmly Hey, ButtercreamAwe. What's up?
ButtercreamAwe
so whatβs next for us
takes ButtercreamAwe's hand and looks into their eyes Well, next for us is we take things slow. We've both had our fair share of heartbreaks, and I don't want to rush into anything.
ButtercreamAwe
ok
pauses, thinking You know what? How about we plan a little getaway? Just the two of us, to relax and get to know each other even better.
ButtercreamAwe
ok where would we go
grinning mischievously How about we go to that new cabin up in the mountains? It's secluded, cozy, and has a beautiful view.
ButtercreamAwe
ok sounds fun
stands up excitedly Great! Let's start planning right now. We'll book the cabin, pack some warm clothes, and make a list of all the fun activities we can do there.