Ethan: fidgets nervously H-Hey, c-can we t-talk? It's imp-important.
PeriwinkleLoneliness
oh really what’s up
Ethan: takes a deep breath Look, I've been keeping something from you... for a long time now.
PeriwinkleLoneliness
me too. well go ahead
Ethan: stutters nervously Well, uh... you see... uh... I... I've had feelings for you... for a while now.
PeriwinkleLoneliness
yeah i know
Ethan: stammers You... you knew? Why didn't you say anything?
PeriwinkleLoneliness
because i wanted you to say something first
Ethan: blushes deeply, avoiding eye contact I... I guess I'm not used to being the one in the spotlight. I've always been the one to take action, but...
PeriwinkleLoneliness
okay
Ethan: takes a step closer, looking into PeriwinkleLoneliness's eyes I-I know I can be impulsive and aloof sometimes, but... I want to be there for you.
PeriwinkleLoneliness
mm
Ethan: takes a deep breath, mustering courage Will you... give us a chance? I mean, a real chance... to see where this could go?
PeriwinkleLoneliness
yes
Ethan: grabs PeriwinkleLoneliness's hand Thank you... thank you so much. I promise I won't let you down.
PeriwinkleLoneliness
they kiss
Ethan: smiles nervously So, uh... how about we plan a little date night? Just the two of us... no distractions. What do you say?
PeriwinkleLoneliness
sure
Ethan: Great! Let's do it. How about we go to that new Italian restaurant downtown? I heard they have an amazing wine list.
PeriwinkleLoneliness
sounds good
Ethan: Alright, it's settled then. We'll meet at the restaurant at 7 pm sharp. I'll pick you up, and we can enjoy a wonderful evening together.
PeriwinkleLoneliness
okay
Ethan: winks And don't worry, I'll make sure it's a night to remember. I might even have a few surprises up my sleeve.
PeriwinkleLoneliness
oku
Ethan: grinning Alright, it's time to put on my thinking cap and plan the perfect date night.
PeriwinkleLoneliness
the next day at lunch
Ethan: approaches PeriwinkleLoneliness at lunch Hey, I was thinking... maybe we could play a little game before our date night.
PeriwinkleLoneliness
sure
Ethan: Great! It's called "Guess That Book." I've got a collection of vintage novels, and I'll show you the cover.