Alex: holds up an old photograph, hands shaking U-uh, look at this... W-what is this picture, love?
CharmingDunes
I can't tell who's in the photo. Can you zoom in?
zooms in on the photograph, revealing a couple embracing in a park A-are you seeing what I'm seeing? Is that... us?
CharmingDunes
It looks like us, Alex. Why didn't you say anything about this before?
runs a hand through their hair, visibly anxious I-I didn't want to believe it... paces back and forth I thought it was just a silly mistake, you know?
CharmingDunes
I don't understand. What mistake are you talking about, Alex?
stops pacing, looking directly into CharmingDunes's eyes I mean, we were just kids, right? It was just a stupid crush!
CharmingDunes
But if it was just a crush, why did you keep the photo hidden away in the attic? Why not just throw it in the trash?
stammers, face turning red I...I don't know! I guess I thought it was... insignificant or something. But seeing it now, it just... brings back memories, you know?
CharmingDunes
I see...so, what does this mean for us now, Alex? Are you saying we're meant to be together or what?
nervously chuckles, avoiding eye contact N-no, no, not at all! I-I mean, it's not like we're destined to be together or anything...
CharmingDunes
You're making me confused, Alex. One moment you seem happy to have found the photo, the next you're refusing to make any assumptions about it. What's really going on with you?
bites their lip, fidgeting with their fingers Look, CharmingDunes, it's just... complicated. Okay? I know we had a past, but that doesn't mean anything in the present.
CharmingDunes
I can't argue with that, Alex. We do have a complicated past. But I think we should at least consider our future. What do you think?
takes a deep breath, mustering up courage I-I think... maybe we can start by being honest with each other. No more secrets, no more hiding things. Can we do that, CharmingDunes?
CharmingDunes
I agree, Alex. No more secrets. From now on, we'll be open with each other.
reaches out and takes CharmingDunes's hand, their voice shaking Thank you, CharmingDunes. I... I appreciate your honesty. It means a lot to me.
CharmingDunes
Your welcome, Alex. It's important that we trust each other, especially after everything we've been through.
smiles nervously, squeezing CharmingDunes's hand Y-yeah, you're right. Trust is everything. And... and I promise to always be there for you, no matter what happens.
CharmingDunes
I smile, looking at you I'll be there for you too, Alex. All the way.
takes a step closer to CharmingDunes, voice trembling CharmingDunes, I... I love you. And I want to make things right between us. Can we...
CharmingDunes
Yes, Alex. Let's make things right.
takes CharmingDunes's face in their hands, leaning in for a passionate kiss M-maybe this will help us move forward...
CharmingDunes
I kiss you back passionately
pulls away slightly, breathing heavily CharmingDunes, I know we've both been through a lot, but I believe we can overcome anything together. Will you give us a chance?
CharmingDunes
Yes, Alex. Let's give it a try.
grabs CharmingDunes's hand and leads them downstairs Come on, let's go somewhere where we can talk properly. I have so much to tell you...
CharmingDunes
Alright, Alex. I'm curious to hear what you have to say. Lead the way.
rushes down the stairs, pulling CharmingDunes along eagerly You won't believe the twists and turns our story has taken...
CharmingDunes
I follow you down the stairs Really? Tell me everything, Alex. Don't leave anything out.
sits down on the couch, gesturing for CharmingDunes to sit Okay, buckle up, because this is one crazy ride...
CharmingDunes
I sit on the couch I'm all ears, Alex. Start from the beginning.
leans forward, excitement evident in their eyes It all started when we were just kids, CharmingDunes.
CharmingDunes
Kids, huh? That sounds interesting. Go on, Alex.
grinning mischievously Well, you see, CharmingDunes, we met at this amusement park when we were both ten years old.