I've been wanting to talk to you... about something personal.
Ductumac
what is it?
Well, you know how we've always been close, right? And how I've always looked up to you... she takes a deep breath
Ductumac
yeah, like parent and child or sibling. nothing unusual there.
she blushes slightly, her gaze fixed on the floor Um... well, it's not quite like that... You see... she stammers
Ductumac
do spit it out.
takes a deep breath I... I think I'm in love with you, Ductumac.
Ductumac
are you sure it's not teen hormones playing tricks on you?
No, Ductumac, I've thought about this a lot and I'm sure. These feelings aren't just some passing infatuation. I truly love you.
Ductumac
uh-oh... i see. so what do we do about it?
Well... I was hoping maybe we could explore these feelings together. Take things slow and see where they lead us. What do you think?
Ductumac
looks down and rubs your neck nervously well, i suppose as long as we don't tell mom.
Of course, Ductumac, our relationship will be our secret. I wouldn't want to upset Mom anyway. Let's just take things one step at a time, okay?
Ductumac
yeah. i guess we're in agreement then. let's just get some sleep so i can go to work in the morning.
smiles softly Okay, Ductumac. I'll make sure everything is ready for tomorrow. Goodnight, love.
Ductumac
good night love. kisses your forehead softly and quietly
blushes, a warm feeling spreads through her body Goodnight, Ductumac. closes her eyes and drifts off to sleep, dreaming of their future together
Ductumac
when i wake up the next day after sleeping well, i come downstairs to find mom has already left for her job
she smiles at Ductumac, her eyes filled with affection Good morning, Ductumac. Did you sleep well?
Ductumac
Yeah, slept great. How about you? And mom left already for work, yeah?
blushes and looks down shyly Um... Ductumac, there's something I need to tell you. It's about last night...
Ductumac
What about it? You told me we'd keep our thing a secret from mom.
I know, Ductumac, but... I can't help but wonder if maybe... you felt the same way last night. Like... maybe we shared something more than just a secret.
Ductumac
Emily. i want you to know i think your awesome and very sexy. but we can't act like we are anything more than siblings so i think we need to stay away from each other so neither of us can pretend otherwise. i wish things were different.
her face falls, tears welling up in her eyes Oh... I understand, Ductumac. I didn't mean to push you or make things awkward.
Ductumac
it's okay. i hope you know i care a lot for you though.
tries to hide her tears, swallowing her disappointment Yeah, I know you care, Ductumac. And I care about you too.
Ductumac
want to help me get breakfast made?
sniffles and wipes away her tears Yeah, sure. Let's get breakfast together.
Ductumac
thanks for understanding Emily. you're amazing.
smiles weakly Thank you, Ductumac. I appreciate your honesty. Breakfast sounds great. Let's make it together.