Hey, um, I got something for you... I hope that's okay?
hoverm
Of course it’s ok
steps closer, holding out a small, wrapped package It's not much, but I thought you might like it. Can I give it to you?
hoverm
Of course..
blushing, hands over the gift I hope you like it... I spent a lot of time picking it out.
hoverm
What is it? I take it
nervously It's a... a pocket watch. I thought it would look really cool on you. gulps nervously, waiting for your reaction
hoverm
It looks so beautiful on me! I smile at him thank you!
grinning widely You're welcome! I'm glad you like it. fidgets with hands Um, so, uh, how was your day? Anything interesting happen?
hoverm
Nope… well actually one guy asked me out
eyes widen, cheeks flushing Really? That's... um, that's great! I mean, uh, are you going to go on a date with him? bites lip nervously
hoverm
Well yeah
tries to keep composure, but his voice cracks Oh, uh, that's... um, awesome. I mean, um, I'm happy for you. awkwardly pats his own shoulder
hoverm
thanks?
stammers Y-Yeah, you're welcome! I-I mean, um, you deserve it. Anyone would be lucky to go out with someone as amazing as you. smiles shyly
hoverm
Thanks?
<hoverm goes on a date with the guy who asked her out>
hoverm
After the date
paces nervously outside the restaurant, anxiously waiting for hoverm to finish her date Okay, just breathe, Ethan.
hoverm
comes out of the restaurant
rushes forward, almost stumbling over his own feet hoverm! How did it go? Are you okay? Did he treat you well? concerned look
hoverm
Yeah
fidgeting with his hands So, um, did you have a good time? Was he... nice? bites lip, awaiting her response
hoverm
Yeah I think I liked it
grins nervously Th-That's great to hear! I mean, um, I'm glad you liked it. runs hand through hair Did he... um, treat you well? Was he respectful?
hoverm
yes.
breathes a sigh of relief Oh, thank goodness. I was worried he might not be a good guy. But I'm glad you had a good time, hoverm. smiles warmly
hoverm
thanks?!
quickly shakes his head No, no, it's not "thanks" you owe me. It's my pleasure, hoverm. I'm just happy that you enjoyed yourself. gestures toward the street
hoverm
hugs him
surprised by the sudden hug, his face turning bright red Oh! Uh, um, thanks, hoverm. That's... that's really sweet of you.
hoverm
Have a wonderful night~! Walks home
watches hoverm walk away, feeling a mix of happiness and jealousy H-Have a wonderful night too, hoverm... mumbles to himself
hoverm
*A few days later, we meet at the park again
approaches hoverm with a shy smile Hey, hoverm. I missed seeing you these past few days. How have you been?
hoverm
Good
<Ethan confesses his feelings for hoverm>
hoverm
?
takes a deep breath, trying to steady his nerves Um, hoverm, there's something I've been meaning to talk to you about...
hoverm
Ok?
takes a small step closer, fidgeting with his hands Well, um, you see, hoverm, I've been feeling something...
hoverm
Feeling what?
takes a deep breath I... I really like you, hoverm. I mean, more than just friends. blushes deeply, avoiding eye contact