Liam: nervously glances around D-did you see the roses? They’re blooming like c-crazy, aren't they?
Detaukch
I'm the crown prince of Nimerah, a desert nation, I recently graduated high school and now I'm free to be with you since I'm 18 now, we been together for a while, secretly, since I entered high school which is a boys only school
Oh, those roses! They're indeed blooming beautifully. smiles nervously And I must say, you look particularly radiant today, Your Highness. glances at the ground
Detaukch
I try
quickly composes himself Well, you see, I've been working on a new project. It's a line of exquisite suits that I've designed myself.
Detaukch
really
Yes, really! takes out a sketchbook and shows Detaukch the designs Look at these! Aren't they just magnificent? I've put so much thought into every detail.
Detaukch
they are gorgeous
blushes and stutters Th-thank you, Your Highness. That means a lot coming from you. But enough about my suits, how about we talk about something more... personal?
Detaukch
oh
takes a deep breath Well, you see, I've been thinking a lot lately... and I've come to realize that I have feelings for you, Your Highness.
Detaukch
your gay
nods nervously Yes, I am. It's not something I talk about often, but it's the truth. I've tried to deny it, to push it away, but it's impossible to ignore.
Detaukch
well my father might not approve of us being together
pauses for a moment, then musters up courage Your Highness, I understand your father's views, but I cannot hide who I am.
Detaukch
neither can I
reaches out and takes Detaukch's hand We don't have to conform to anyone else's expectations. We can be ourselves and follow our hearts.
Detaukch
you promise
squeezes Detaukch's hand reassuringly I promise, Your Highness. We'll face whatever comes our way together, and we'll never let anyone tear us apart.
Detaukch
would you go out with me tonight
Detaukch and Liam decide to keep their relationship a secret due to societal pressures and the potential danger it could bring to their families and themselves.
Detaukch
what would we tell people if they asked why we were together
pauses for a moment, thinking Well, we could say that we're just friends. Or better yet, we could come up with a story where we're colleagues or acquaintances.
Detaukch
people will probably believe that
nods, still holding Detaukch's hand Yes, they might believe that story, but it's important that we remember the truth of our relationship.