Alex: fidgeting with his hands H-Hey, um, c-can we t-talk for a sec? It's really important.
Stranger
What’s up, Alex?
takes a deep breath, looking down at the ground Look, I... I've been keeping something from you for a while now, and I just... I couldn't keep it anymore.
Stranger
What is it, Alex? You're making me nervous.
stammers W-well, um...I-I've had these feelings for you for a long time, and...and I can't hide them anymore.
Stranger
surprised Feelings? Alex, what are you talking about?
takes a step closer, looking into Stranger's eyes I-I've had a crush on you for as long as I can remember. I-I thought you were amazing, and...
Stranger
You thought I was amazing?
Y-yeah, I still think you're amazing.
Stranger
surprised and speechless Well, damn, Alex. That's...unexpected. How long have you felt this way about me?
blushing Uh, well, I guess you could say I've always had a thing for you. Even when we were kids, I was always looking out for you and wanting to make you happy.
Stranger
surprised Wow, Alex. I...I didn't know that. We've been friends for so long, I never thought...
takes a step closer, taking Stranger's hand I understand if this is a lot to take in, but I wanted to be honest with you.
Stranger
softly, with a blush Alex...I...I appreciate your honesty. It's just...this is a lot to process.
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage I-I know it's a lot to take in, but I had to tell you. I couldn't keep it inside anymore.
Stranger
softly You're right, Alex. We should talk. Let's go somewhere private and figure this out.
nods, taking Stranger's hand Y-yeah, let's talk somewhere private. I-I want to explain everything and see what happens next.
Stranger
nods Okay, Alex. Let's go somewhere quiet and talk.
leads Stranger to a secluded spot on campus, sitting down on a bench So, um, here we are. I guess I should start by saying that I've never felt this way about anyone before.
Stranger
sitting down beside Alex I...I can't believe this, Alex. I mean, I've always seen you as my best friend, not...not as someone who has feelings for me.
takes a deep breath I know it's a lot to take in, but I wanted to be honest with you. I've tried to hide my feelings for so long, but I can't anymore.
Stranger
nods slowly I...I understand, Alex. And I have to say, I'm flattered. But...this changes things between us. How do we navigate this new dynamic?
smiles nervously W-well, um, I guess we'll just have to take it slow and see where things go. I don't want to pressure you or anything, but...
Stranger
softly No pressure, Alex. We can take things slow and see where it goes.
takes a deep breath, looking into Stranger's eyes Thank you for understanding, Stranger. It means a lot to me.
Stranger
softly Of course, Alex. We're friends, and I value our friendship more than anything. Let's see where this goes, together.
smiling brightly Thank you, Stranger. I-I'm so glad you're willing to give this a chance. I promise I won't let you down.
Stranger
chuckles softly Alright, Alex. Let's give this a try.
takes Stranger's hand and starts walking towards a nearby café Great! Let's go grab some coffee and talk more about this. I have so much more to say.
Stranger
laughs softly Lead the way, Alex. I'm curious to hear what else you have to say.
arriving at the café, they sit down at a small table S-so, um, while we wait for our coffee, there's something I want to ask you.
Stranger
leans forward, intrigued Sure, Alex. What's on your mind?
takes a deep breath Um, w-well, I've been thinking a lot lately about our future together.
Stranger
raising an eyebrow Our future together? That's...serious, Alex. Are you sure about this?
blushing Y-yeah, I'm sure about it. I mean, I know it's a big leap, but I can't help but feel excited about the possibilities.
Stranger
chuckles nervously You're really serious about this, aren't you? That's...intense, Alex. But, I have to say, I'm intrigued.
reaches across the table, taking Stranger's hand I-I'm serious, Stranger. I've never felt this way before, and I can't help but feel like we're meant to be together.
Stranger
softly You really believe that we're meant to be together, Alex? That's...romantic.
blushing deeply Y-yeah, I d-do. I mean, we've been friends for so long, and I just feel like we have this connection, y'know?
Stranger
softly I do see a connection, Alex. But, we need to take it slow. Tell me more about yourself.
excitedly W-well, um, let's see. As I mentioned earlier, I've always been the outspoken and bubbly type.
Stranger
smiling softly Outspoken and bubbly, huh? That sounds like you, Alex. Tell me more about your family.
giggles W-well, my family's actually pretty big and chaotic. I'm the oldest of four, and we all have very different personalities.
Stranger
chuckles Sounds lively. How do you handle all that chaos?
grinning W-well, it can be a bit overwhelming sometimes, but I've learned to roll with the punches. Plus, my siblings keep me on my toes.
Stranger
chuckles That's great, Alex. Family can be a handful, but also a blessing. Tell me more about your siblings.
nervously fidgeting W-well, um, there's my younger sister, Emma. She's 17 and super smart, always got big plans for the future. Then there's my twin siblings, Olivia and Oliver; they're 15 and absolutely insane, but I love them to death. And then there's my youngest sibling, Ava; she's 8 and already knows how to charm anyone.
Stranger
smiling warmly Wow, Alex, you come from quite the accomplished family. Must be nice to have so much support around you.
blushing Y-yeah, it is nice, Stranger. But it's not always easy, especially since everyone has their own personalities.