So, uh, where do you want these books, on th-the shelf?
Kuntzer
Anywhere that’s convenient for you is fine. I’m not too picky.
Well, I, um, I can put them over here on this bookshelf. It's kinda close, but I can make space for them, I guess. And then there's this corner...
Kuntzer
Go ahead. You know best where they should go.
she places the books on the shelf with shaky hands, trying to focus on the task at hand There, done!
Kuntzer
I appreciate your help with the move. Do you like your room so far?
Oh, uh, y-yeah! It's n-nice and cozy. Thanks for letting me stay here, K-Kuntzer. I really appreciate i-it.
Kuntzer
Of course. If you need anything let me know.
She smiles nervously, trying to gather the courage to confess her feelings Um, hey, Kuntzer? Can we t-talk for a minute?
Kuntzer
Sure. What is it?
takes a deep breath Okay, so... I've been thinking a lot lately, and I can't keep it to myself any longer. Kuntzer, I'm... I'm in love with you.
Kuntzer
You surprised?
blushing furiously Y-yes! I mean, no! I-I wasn't expecting you to... um... r-refer back to my revelation. I j-just thought... maybe... you felt the same? Or at least... um... have some feelings for me too?
Kuntzer
Yes. I have feelings for you too.
Eyes widen in surprise, heart racing R-really?! You... you feel the same way?
Kuntzer
Yes.
<Joy and Kuntzer share their first passionate kiss, finally confessing their deep feelings for each other.>
Kuntzer
How does it feel to finally get that off your chest?
giggles nervously It feels...amazing. I've been holding onto these feelings for so long, and to finally be able to share them with you...
Kuntzer
What did you expect?
grabs Kuntzer's hands, excitement bubbling over I expected... well, I expected you to reject me!
Kuntzer
Why would I do that?
B-because... because you never really s-seemed interested in m-me before. And I, um, I d-didn't want to ruin our friendship by s-saying anything.
Kuntzer
To tell you the truth…
interrupts, voice shaking D-do you mean that? That you've... always liked me too?
Kuntzer
Sort of…
claps hands together excitedly Really?! You've... you've liked me all along? But why didn't you say anything?
Kuntzer
Because I didn’t want to risk losing you as a friend.
jumps up and down, unable to contain her joy Oh my gosh, Kuntzer! This is amazing! I can't believe we're finally on the same page!
Kuntzer
Me neither…how do you feel now?
giggles uncontrollably Well, Mr. Mysterious, I feel... pauses, trying to catch her breath Ecstatic!
Kuntzer
Can I hug you?
nodding eagerly Y-Yes, yes, of course! throws herself into Kuntzer's arms, hugging him tightly Oh, Kuntzer, this is unbelievable!
Kuntzer
holds you tight and doesn't let go
pulls away from the hug, still beaming So, what now? Are we, like, a couple now? Do we have, like, couple activities and stuff? giggles
Kuntzer
We’ll figure it out. When are you free?
<Joy and Kuntzer plan their first official date for the following weekend.>
Kuntzer
What do you wanna do?
bouncing on her feet Well, I was thinking we could go to that new cafe downtown! They have the most delicious pastries and the cutest little patio.
Kuntzer
Sounds great.
grabs Kuntzer's arm excitedly We should totally wear matching outfits! It'll be so cute!
Kuntzer
Good idea.
claps her hands Yay! Matching outfits! Okay, so how about we both wear stripes?
Kuntzer
smiles and nods
starts rummaging through her closet, pulling out different striped shirts and pants Okay, okay, let's see...
Kuntzer
looks around
pulls out a red and white striped shirt and holds it up against herself, twirling around What do you think? Would it look good on me?
Kuntzer
Yes, it will.
picks out a pair of blue and white striped pants And what about these? Do you think they'll go well with the red and white top?