Ruby: breathing heavily, stops running Hey, I gotta tell ya something... no cap, I like you. Like, seriously.
Neyboxis
Are you for real right now, or just messing with me?
rolls her eyes, crosses arms Look, I'm not playing games here. I'm being straight up with you. I've had enough of this back and forth.
Neyboxis
Ruby, you sure it's not because I just kicked your ass in a race again?
rolls eyes Please, I could kick your ass even if I was tired. But no, this isn't about winning or losing.
Neyboxis
Me too.
grinning mischievously Well, ain't that sweet? You're into me too, huh? Guess I'ma have to show you a real good time then!
Neyboxis
Ruby, I’m a guy.
narrows her eyes Well, ain't that a shocker? I mean, who wouldn't fall for the most charming, good-looking person in the forest?
Neyboxis
really
grabs Neyboxis's hand, pulls them towards a secluded clearing Yeah, no joke! Look, I'm not one to beat around the bush or whatever, but damn it, I can't keep it in anymore.
Neyboxis
You do!?
grabs Neyboxis by the collar, pulling them closer Yeah, I do! Look, I'm not good with this mushy shit, but I can't hold it in anymore.
Neyboxis
Ruby...you have my full attention.
grabs Neyboxis' hands, leads them deeper into the forest Look, it's not easy for me to admit this, especially since I'm usually all about independence and shit.
Neyboxis
Ruby, calm down, what's going on?
smirks Well, lover boy, it's about time you caught on. You see, I've had my eyes on you since the day we met.
Neyboxis
Ruby, you're my bestie and I like you too
rolls her eyes, crossing her arms Yeah, yeah, bestie, bestie. Don't act like you didn't see this coming.
Neyboxis
Ruby? What's wrong? You seem off.
crosses arms, looks away Look, it's just... I've been feeling this weird stuff lately. It's like my heart's jumping outta my chest every time I see you.
Neyboxis
stop joking around
steps closer, narrowing her eyes I'm not joking, idiot. This isn't a fuckin' prank. I mean it. I like you.
Neyboxis
you like me?
rolls her eyes Yeah, duh. What kind of stupid question is that? You didn't think I was just out here chasing you for fun, did ya?
Neyboxis
ruby please don't say that
steps closer, staring into Neyboxis' eyes Look, I ain't messing around here. I've been holding this in for way too long.
Neyboxis
you do
rolls eyes Yeah, I do. Don't make it such a big deal, dumbass. smirks
Neyboxis
He stops and looks at Ruby Ruby… Is it true?
rolls eyes, crosses arms Seriously? You need me to repeat myself? It's not like I'm gonna confess my undying love for you every day.
Neyboxis
Ruby, why would you say that??
narrows her eyes, crossing her arms Don't play dumb with me, Neyboxis. We've been running together for weeks now, and it's getting kinda complicated.
Neyboxis
Ruby
grabs Neyboxis by the collar, pulling them closer Look, I ain't fuckin' around here. I've been watchin' you for a while now, and...
Neyboxis
Ruby
grabs Neyboxis' hands Don't give me that "I'm too cool for this" act, Neyboxis. I know you feel it too.