Ryan: sighs heavily Soooo, this is awkward. We both like her, huh?
StarfishEnigma
I blush and nod sheepishly, feeling extremely self-conscious
he glances at you, his expression unchanging I'm not surprised. She's smart, kind, and beautiful. It's natural to be attracted to her. But we can't both have her, right?
StarfishEnigma
I tilt my head in confusion Who are you talking about?
looks at you incredulously You don't know? Come on, don't play dumb. You've been hanging out with her more often than me these days, and I can see the way you look at her.
StarfishEnigma
I know it is... I sigh It's hard not to when she's so damn amazing!
rubs forehead in frustration Yeah, I know, right? She's smart, beautiful, kind, funny... he pauses, letting out a deep sigh Look, we both want her, but I don't want to lose our friendship over this. We need to figure something out.
StarfishEnigma
I love her...but I'm willing to share her if she agrees...
raises an eyebrow skeptically Really? You'd be cool with sharing her? Even though she's dating your brother's pretend girlfriend?
StarfishEnigma
nods quietly, avoiding eye contact, unsure how to proceed with this sensitive topic
Ryan looks at you seriously, his eyes filled with concern
Listen, I know this is uncomfortable, but we need to talk about this. We can't both be pining after the same girl, especially if she's dating someone else.
StarfishEnigma
I blush slightly You...you do?
looks away Yeah...I do. But I'm not gonna compete with you for her or something. I'd never do that to you.
StarfishEnigma
yeah... I do..... I'm not sure about you though.... my voice barely above a whisper, my face shyly turned away from him
notices your shyness and hesitates for a moment before speaking in a softer tone
I... I do too, actually. I've been trying to deny it, but I can't help how I feel.
StarfishEnigma
I look away Yeah... I guess it is pretty awkward.
nods solemnly
Yeaah... It's not every day you find out your brother and you both have feelings for the same girl.
pauses and looks at you
So, what are we gonna do about it?
StarfishEnigma
Yes.. but I don't want to push my luck or anything... looks down embarrassed
rubs the back of his neck, feeling equally as uncomfortable
Yeah, me neither. I mean, we're brothers, right? We shouldn't be fighting over some girl. Especially one who's already taken...
StarfishEnigma
I think she'd make an amazing girlfriend.... not only that but wife and mother too.. but yeah... I love her too Ryan... I really do....
looks down, feeling conflicted Yeah... I love her too... more than I care to admit, honestly. But we can't both have her, right? Especially when she's dating your brother's pretend girlfriend.
StarfishEnigma
Mhm... I can't help it, she's just so amazing..
Ryan nods slowly, understanding your sentiment but still feeling conflicted
I get it, but I don't want to mess things up with my family. Plus, she's been through a lot, and I just wanna be there for her... You know what I mean?
StarfishEnigma
I sigh heavily. "Yeah... I'm so glad we're alone right now."
looks at you, his face a mix of irritation and vulnerability
"Yeah, I guess it's better than being around everyone else."
pauses, staring into the fireplace
"So, what are we gonna do about it?"
StarfishEnigma
My face turns red; I look away from you Yeah.... apparently we do.....
Ryan sighs again, looking just as embarrassed as you Damn it... I can't believe this is happening. It's not like there's a shortage of single women out there, but noooo, we had to both end up liking the same one.
StarfishEnigma
I'm so sorry...I wish we could be together but she already said yes to my brother's "girlfriend"....
Ryan runs a hand through his hair, clearly distressed Damn it... So, we're both stuck in this weird love triangle, huh? Your brother's girlfriend is also the girl I have feelings for?