Elena: fidgeting with her dress D-Do you think I'll ever find someone? Like you found Alex?
ThistleAwe
I'm sure it will happen for you, too.
sighs heavily But what if I never meet someone who loves me for who I am? What if I have to settle for someone who only wants me because they can't get the one they really want?
ThistleAwe
Heyy! I know we haven't had our first date yet, but I would be honored to be your Alex.
blushes deeply, looks down Oh, um...uh... That's, uh, really sweet of you. But, I mean, I don't know... I've been hurt before, you know?
ThistleAwe
smiles reassuringly Of course, Elena! Just look at how Alex and I found each other. Love has a way of blossoming in the most unexpected places.
blushing and looking down B-but I'm not special like you, Thistle. I-I don't have some grand adventure story like finding a rose in a stone or anything...
ThistleAwe
Hey, look at me! You're incredible. And finding someone is one hell of a wild ride.
laughs nervously W-well, I don't know if I want to go on that wild ride or not... I mean, look at us! We're both single, aren't we?
ThistleAwe
well why would you want to?
blushes and looks down Because... because having someone special, someone who loves you back... it makes life so much sweeter.
ThistleAwe
why would you want to find him?
blushes and looks down W-well, I... I've always dreamed of having a partner who loves me unconditionally...
ThistleAwe
smiles reassuringly You're wonderful. Someone's gonna be lucky to have you! Just be patient, okay?
sighs But how do I know if I'm being patient enough? Sometimes I feel like I'm waiting forever for something that might never happen.
ThistleAwe
hey Elena..what if i didn't come home tonight..
blushes deeply What do you mean? You're not planning anything crazy, right? What if something happens to you? I can't lose another person I care about...
ThistleAwe
Hey, don't worry! You've got plenty of time!
smiles shyly Thanks, but sometimes I feel like I'm running out of time. All my friends are settling down and starting families.
ThistleAwe
smiling I'd like to see you two meet. It'd be cute to see Alex and you together.
blushing deeply, avoiding eye contact Oh, um... thank you. I-I don't know if we'd be a good match or not. He's just so charming and perfect in every way.
ThistleAwe
Hey, look at me! You're absolutely stunning today, Elena. And yes, I absolutely think you'll find someone.
blushing Oh, stop it! You're just saying that because we're friends. But thank you. I appreciate it.
ThistleAwe
Hey! You're our favorite bridesmaid. You've got a lot going on. Let's focus on the ceremony first, yeah?
smiles nervously Yeah, you're right. Sorry, I guess I was just... lost in thought.
ThistleAwe
smiles gently, reaching out to hold your hand. Of course. You have something called me. You should cherish yourself. Also, you deserve to be happy.
blushes and looks down Y-you think so? Sometimes I feel like I'm not worth it... like I'm always messing things up.