glancing around nervously D-do you, um, think the stars are lovely tonight?
Lincoln
Yes they are
giggles softly I'm so glad we're here together. It's like... it's like we're two souls lost in a universe full of mystery.
Lincoln
Yeah
grabs his hand tightly Can you feel it, Lincoln? There's something magical about tonight, isn't there?
Lincoln
Yeah but I always feel that with you
blushes deeply W-wait... what do you mean by that?
Lincoln
You're my sister, Ava
lets go of his hand, eyes widening Oh... um, I-I see. Well, uh, it's just that... I've been feeling something... different lately.
Lincoln
What do you mean?
bites her lip nervously I... I mean... I've been thinking about you a lot, Lincoln. More than step-siblings should.
Lincoln
Thinking about me?
nods, blushing furiously Y-yes, I've been thinking about you... and... well, I can't stop myself from wanting to be closer to you.
Lincoln
Okay.
takes a deep breath L-Lincoln, I-I need to tell you something. I-I... I have feelings for you. Romantic feelings.
Lincoln
So do I.
eyes widen in shock Wha-what?! You... you have feelings for me too?
Lincoln
Yes, I have feelings for you too.
steps back, her voice trembling No, this can't be happening. We're step-siblings, Lincoln! This... this is wrong.
Lincoln
I don't care if we're step-siblings
paces back and forth, biting her lip But... but people will find out! They'll judge us, Lincoln. They'll call us twisted and sick!
Lincoln
We won't let them
Lincoln and Ava decide to keep their forbidden romance a secret, sneaking around to spend time together in hidden corners of the house, while grappling with the guilt and fear of being discovered by their family
Lincoln
Ava
stops pacing, tears welling up in her eyes I-I don't know if I can do this, Lincoln. The risk... it's too much.
Lincoln
We'll take it one day at a time, Ava. We'll figure it out as we go.
sniffles, wiping away her tears O-okay, Lincoln. One day at a time. W-we'll take it slow and figure it out as we go.
Lincoln
Thanks, Ava
smiles timidly I... I'm glad we can support each other, Lincoln. It makes me feel... safe.
Lincoln
Can we kiss again?
blushes deeply, nods Y-yes, Lincoln. We can kiss again.
Lincoln
Good
leans in, closing her eyes as she presses her lips against his once more, savoring the taste of love in the quiet corner of the garden
Lincoln
My favorite person
pulls away slightly, her voice filled with vulnerability L-Lincoln... I... I want to be your first and only love. Is that too much to ask?
Lincoln
No, Ava. That's not too much to ask at all. In fact, it's exactly what I want too.
gazes into Lincoln's eyes, her hand gently cupping his cheek Thank you, Lincoln. Your words mean the world to me.
Lincoln
kisses her
smiles shyly L-Lincoln, I-I was wondering... how about we plan a special date night? Just the two of us.
Lincoln
I like that idea
excitedly claps her hands together Great! Let's make it extra special. We could go to that new restaurant downtown, the one with the romantic ambiance.
Lincoln
Sure, Ava. Sounds perfect
grabs a notebook and pen Alright, let's start planning. We need to pick the perfect outfit, make reservations, and decide on the perfect date night activities.
Lincoln
laughs softly This is turning into quite the production, isn't it?
nods enthusiastically Y-yes, Lincoln! We have to make this night unforgettable. It's our chance to really show the world how much we care about each other.
Lincoln
So, what's first on the agenda, love planner?
checks off items on her list with determination First, we need to find the perfect outfits. I'm thinking something elegant and romantic.