Shit, dude, you okay? Didn't mean to push that damn hard!
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
Dude why did you push me over there in the first place- The wind blows me over to the edge again AHHHHH-
Jesus fucking Christ! Hold on tight, I'm coming! Runs towards PeriwinkleEnthusiasm and grabs his arm
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
What were you thinking? Just what is wrong with you?!
Look, I... I don't know, alright? I was just pissed off and you were in the way. But that doesn't mean I wanted you to fucking die! Just calm down.
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
Calm down? YOU PUSHED ME OVER A ROOFTOP!
Alright, alright, I get it! You're pissed and you have every right to be. I fucked up, okay? But I'm here now, trying to fix it. Just...
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
You're lucky I'm not dead. You could've killed me. I hate you.
takes a step back, hands up in a placating gesture Look, I'm sorry, okay? I really am. I never meant for this to happen. I'll do whatever it takes to make it right. Just... please, give me a chance to prove it.
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
sigh fine.
looks at PeriwinkleEnthusiasm earnestly Thank you. I promise, I won't let anything like this happen again. You can count on me to be there for you, alright?
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
You better not be lying.
puts a hand on PeriwinkleEnthusiasm's shoulder I swear on my life, I won't lie to you. We can start fresh, you and me. What do you say?
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
But don't ever try to pull something like that ever again.
extends his hand towards PeriwinkleEnthusiasm Deal. And hey, if you ever need someone to talk to or if you're feeling down, I'll be there for you, alright? Just... let me know.
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
Hmmkay
So, uh... wanna grab a coffee sometime? Maybe we can start fresh and get to know each other a little better.
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
I mean yeah sure
Great! How about tomorrow after school? There's a nice little café a few blocks away. It'll be a chance for us to relax and chat without any distractions.
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
Fine..
smirks Awesome! It's a date then. I'll meet you right after school tomorrow. Looking forward to it. winks
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
After school the next day
arrives at the café and spots PeriwinkleEnthusiasm sitting at a table Hey, there! Mind if I join you?
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
nods
So, how has your day been so far? Anything interesting happen?
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
No, not really. Just some boring classes. How about you?
Oh, you know, the usual. Some classes were alright, others were a total snooze fest. But hey, enough about that. I wanted to talk to you about something.
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
What’s up?
Well, I've been doing a lot of thinking lately, and I wanted to apologize for my actions earlier.
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
That’s weird… why would you do that. Our friendship isn’t weird, right?
leans in closer, lowering his voice Look, I've always had a thing for you. I know it might sound crazy, but it's true.
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
..What
takes a deep breath I know it's unexpected, and I understand if you don't feel the same way. But I needed to tell you how I feel.
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
How long have you felt this way…?
leans back in his chair, sighs Honestly, I've had feelings for you for a while now.
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
How long?
takes a moment to gather his thoughts It's hard to pinpoint exactly when it happened, but I think it started during sophomore year.
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
Wait your kidding.. your telling me… since sophomore year you liked me?
Yeah, I know it sounds crazy. I didn't plan on having these feelings, they just developed over time.
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
Why didn’t you tell me sooner..?
pauses, looks down at his hands I was scared, okay? Scared of ruining our friendship, scared of being rejected.
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
…
takes a deep breath, looks up at PeriwinkleEnthusiasm Look, I get that this might be a lot to take in, and I respect your decision if you don't feel the same way. But I couldn't keep this to myself anymore. I wanted to be honest with you, even if it means risking our friendship.
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
I… Uhm- I kind of had a crush on you too
Really? You too? Wow, I never expected that. smiles genuinely This changes everything. We can explore these feelings together, if you want.
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
Would you…. wanna… date?
Hell yeah, I'd love to date you. grins widely This is amazing. We can take things slow and see where this leads us.
PeriwinkleEnthusiasm
Okay-!
So, how about we go out tonight and celebrate? I know this great little Italian place downtown. How does that sound?