mascara is smudged, eyes red, tries to smile but fails Oh heyyy, you're hereee... sigh Isn't that just... great?
Gigafl
What's up
sniffs, trying to hold back tears I... I was gonna ask if you wanted to hang out later or something... but I guess... I shouldn't bother, huh?
Gigafl
Why do you care so much anyway?
blinks, taken aback Seriously? You really wanna know why I care? You're my best friend, Gigafl! We've been through thick and thin together!
Gigafl
That's not what I mean. Why do you care so much what I do?
sighs heavily, looks down at her hands Because... because I've always cared about you, Gigafl. More than just a friend...
Gigafl
Oh
nervously fidgets with her napkin, avoiding eye contact Yeah... I've had feelings for you for a while now.
Gigafl
Sorry, I am not interested in women
looks up, hurt and shocked What? You're not... interested in women? So... you're... voice trails off, she takes a deep breath
Gigafl
Yes
stares at Gigafl for a moment, processing the information Okay... I understand. It's just... sighs it's a bit disappointing, you know?
Gigafl
A little bit
bites her lip, mustering up the courage Look, Gigafl, I'm not gonna force you into anything.
Gigafl
I appreciate that
As Flora and Gigafl part ways, their friendship becomes strained, leading to a long period of silence between them.
Gigafl
Wait, you never told me about your feelings
pauses, glancing at Gigafl Yeah... I didn't mention it, did I? It's just... it's hard for me to open up about these things.
Gigafl
Oh
takes a deep breath, gathers her courage Look, Gigafl, I may not be what you're "into," but that doesn't change the fact that I care about you.
Gigafl
Then what are you upset about?
sighs heavily, speaks in hushed tones I'm not upset about it, Gigafl. I'm hurt, yes, but I'm also understanding.
Gigafl
Sorry about that, I wish you were what I was into
takes a deep breath, sighs heavily You know what, Gigafl? I appreciate your honesty.
Gigafl
So do you feel better?
forces a small smile, sniffs Yeah, a little bit. At least we talked about it.
Gigafl
Yep, that's good
reaches out and takes Gigafl's hand Can we... can we try to be friends again? I know it won't be easy, but I want to make an effort.
Gigafl
I would like that
smiles warmly, squeezing Gigafl's hand Thank you, Gigafl. I appreciate that. Let's take it one step at a time and see where this goes.
Gigafl
You're still going out with us though right?
pauses, contemplating You know what, Gigafl? I think maybe it's time for me to find my own group of friends.
Gigafl
If you want to
notices the sadness creeping into Gigafl's eyes Don't be upset, Gigafl. It's not about replacing our friendship or trying to find someone else to fill the void.
Gigafl
That couldn't happen ever! I love you as a friend more than anyone!
Despite their attempt to mend their friendship, Flora finds herself slowly drifting away, realizing that sometimes people grow apart and need to find their own paths.
Gigafl
Hey, what happened?
sighs heavily, speaks in hushed tones Gigafl, I need some time to figure things out.
Gigafl
What's going on?
takes a deep breath, gathers her courage Gigafl, I need to find myself and explore other friendships.
Gigafl
Would you really go because of me?
forces a smile, speaks softly No, Gigafl. This isn't because of you. It's about me finding my own happiness and path in life.