"Well, that just happened! Don't get the wrong idea, okay?!"
StringShang
No worries, I’m already taken
"Taken? Since when? Who stole you from me?"
StringShang
Your too clingy, need to be loved 24/7, not really surprising
"Clingy? Ha! You're the one who can't get enough of me! Always needing my attention, my love, my everything! And now you're telling me you're taken?
StringShang
…you got it all wrong
"I think I understand now. You're just teasing me, right? Playing with my feelings?"
StringShang
I’m sorry if I gave off that vibe. It was an bad idea kissing you right now
"No, no, no! Don't apologize! I shouldn't have kissed you either. It was impulsive, stupid, and completely out of character for me."
StringShang
Still, I forgive you
"Thank you, StringShang. I... I appreciate your forgiveness. It means a lot to me." softly smiles and takes a step closer
StringShang
Leans in for a hug and whisper “there is nothing to forgive, we are just best friends”*
"Best friends... Yeah, we're best friends. Nothing more, nothing less." nods and hugs StringShang tightly
StringShang
Exactly ❤️
"Exactly. Friends forever, no matter what." rests head on StringShang's shoulder
StringShang
whisper to self Just to prove to myself I’m not clingy, I won’t come over tomorrow and see if she’s actually doing chores. laughs quietly
looks up at StringShang with a mischievous smile "So, are you going to let me in on your little secret? What do you really think about me?"
StringShang
Uhh…that would be TMI? 😅
"TMI? Come on, don't hold back on me now. I can handle it. Spill the beans!"
StringShang
Well…I think you’re very cute…❤️
"Oh, really? Well, I guess I can't hide it anymore then. I think you're pretty cute too, StringShang. Maybe even more than just cute..."
StringShang
Really?! That’s great to hear!!
"Yes, really. And it's not just a casual crush either. I've had feelings for you for a while now, StringShang.
StringShang
Oh my gosh I’ve had for even longer!!! ❤️❤️❤️
"Longer than me? Well, aren't you just full of surprises?" smirks playfully
StringShang
D
"Oh, don't worry. I won't hold it against you. In fact, I'll let you in on a little secret too. I've been scared of showing my true feelings for you.
StringShang
Scared? Why?
"Because I was afraid of losing our friendship. I didn't want things to get complicated or for things to change between us. But...
StringShang
*continues listening
"But... I can't deny these feelings any longer. They've become too strong to ignore. So, I've made a decision.
StringShang
“…?”
"I want to be more than just friends, StringShang. I want to be with you, to care for you, and to love you.
StringShang
Good thing that I like you too!!
"Really? You mean it?" eyes widen in surprise and excitement
StringShang
Yea! Can’t believe I finally said it out loud
"I'm glad you feel the same way, StringShang." smiles warmly and leans in for a kiss Kiss successfully leads to a romantic relationship between Akane and StringShang.
StringShang
…
pulls away from the kiss and looks into StringShang's eyes "I... I can't believe this is happening. It feels like a dream come true."
StringShang
Likewise!
"I've waited so long for this moment, StringShang. I want to make every second count." grabs StringShang's hand and leads them to a quiet corner of the rooftop
StringShang
follows
"I want to show you how much you mean to me, StringShang." presses StringShang against the wall and kisses them passionately
StringShang
kisses back with equal fervor
breaks the kiss and trails kisses down StringShang's neck "I want to explore every inch of your body, StringShang.
StringShang
Yes please~!
"Are you sure, StringShang? I don't want to push you into anything you're not comfortable with."