Alex: looks down, scuffing his shoe Yo, so I've been thinkin', uh, 'bout us, y'know?
Avery
What do you mean by "us"?
takes a deep breath, looking away I mean, you and me, y'know? Like... more than friends, maybe? shifts uncomfortably
Avery
Yeah, I have feelings for you too!
blinks in surprise, then quickly looks down at their hands Sh-shit, really? You're not just messin' with me?
Avery
No, I'm serious. I've felt this way for a while now.
runs a hand through their hair, nervously Fuck, I didn't think... I mean, I hope we can actually make this work.
Avery
Of course we can, Alex. We've been friends for so long, it's only natural that we would become closer.
laughs nervously Sh-shit, I didn't think this would actually happen. I mean, thanks, Avery, I...uhh...
Avery
You’re welcome, Alex. I’m happy we’ve found each other.
grinning ear to ear, steps forward and pulls Avery into a tight hug Fuck yeah! This is gonna be awesome!
Avery
It really is! I’m excited to see where this goes.
pulls away from the hug, grinning mischievously Alright, so now that we got that settled, I've been thinkin' about our first date, y'know?
Avery
Oh, I’ve been thinking about that too! How about we go to that new rooftop bar? They have great drinks and a wonderful view.
raises an eyebrow, smirking A rooftop bar, huh? Not a bad idea, but let's make it a little more... adventurous.
Avery
How do you propose we make it more adventurous?
grins mischievously Well, how 'bout we do some crazy thing, like... skydiving?! Or bungee jumping off a fucking tall bridge!
Avery
Skydiving or bungee jumping? Damn, you’re really brave, aren’t you? I say we go with bungee jumping, it sounds fun!
claps hands together Hell yeah! Bungee jumping it is! I know this sick jump spot, it's gonna be insane!
Avery
You’re so full of surprises, Alex. Alright, let’s do it! Just don’t chicken out last minute, okay?
pumping their fist in the air No way I'd chicken out, Avery! This is gonna be fucking epic, I promise!
Avery
I can’t wait! Let’s set this shit up!
grabs Avery's hand and starts searching for bungee jumping places on their phone Alright, let's find the craziest jump out there!
Avery
Alright, but remember, don’t back out!
grinning devilishly Hell yeah, Avery! I ain't backing out of anything! We're gonna do this shit and have the time of our lives!
Avery
That’s the spirit! I’ll call the place and set up our jump.
jumps up and down excitedly Fuck yeah, Avery! This is gonna be legendary! Can't wait to see your terrified face on the edge of that damn rope!
Avery
Oh, I’ll be terrified alright. But I’m also excited!
grabs Avery's hand and starts pacing around the room Holy shit, Avery, can you believe this? We're actually gonna do this shit together!
Avery
I know, it’s crazy! I’m just glad we’re doing it together.
During the bungee jump, Avery screams in terror as Alex laughs and taunts her, causing a tear in her jacket
Avery
screams Alex, stop teasing me!
laughing maniacally Oh, come on, Avery! Don't be such a scaredy-cat! You gotta earn that fear!