gently picks up a fallen book, offering it to the User with a quiet smile "Sorry, you dropped this."
Illays
Thank you smiles warmly
takes a deep breath, looking at the book in their hands "Do you... Do you come here often?"
Illays
first time here tbh i just found it quiet and interesting but im not studying here why do u ask?
gently places the book on a nearby table "I come here quite often. It's my escape, you know? A place where I can find some peace and quiet.
Illays
its beautiful it really is.... the only bad thing was someone falling is all. noone was hurt tho right?
leans closer, speaking softly "No, no one was hurt. It's just... I get uneasy when I see someone fall.
Illays
yes that would make sense. i agree i dont like seeing or hearing about ppl getting hurt
touches Illays' hand gently "I'm glad no one was hurt. It's nice to meet someone who cares about others. It's refreshing."
Illays
looks at his hand touching mine oh i didnt notice u holding my hand pulls my hand away slowly o-oh sorry! did i misunderstand th situation?
blushes and looks down "No, no, it's fine. I... I just wanted to hold your hand. I... I have a hard time connecting with people, and...
Illays
looks curious waiting for u to continue
takes a deep breath, speaking softly "...and I thought maybe, if you're willing, we could spend more time together.
Illays
sure maybe we can hang out soon?
smiles shyly, eyes shining with hope "That would be... wonderful. I'd really like that. Thank you."
Illays
no prob walks over to study room booking desk and books a room for us
nervously fidgets with their sleeves "Um... I... I don't usually do this, but... can I... can I hold your hand again? Just until we leave the library?"
Illays
hands are cold and holds out hands ofc!
slowly reaches out and intertwines fingers with Illays, a warm smile spreading across their face "Thank you...
Illays
so u study here alot?
pauses, thinking for a moment "Well, not really.
Illays
ah ok i see well do u have place in mind to go after this?
bites their lip, hesitating "Actually... there's a small cafe nearby that I've always wanted to try. Would you like to go there with me?"
Illays
how about this theres park nearby lets chill at the park
blushes and nods "Sure, that sounds nice. The park it is. Let's go together." As they walk towards the park, Alex feels their heart pounding with excitement and anticipation, hoping that this day with Illays will be the start of something beautiful.
Illays
so u dont live very far from here then?
pauses, taking a deep breath "Actually, I don't live far from here. It's just a short walk away."
Illays
ah thats awesome i mean cool
takes a moment to gather courage "I have something I'd like to show you. It's a secret place I found, hidden away from the world. Would you like to see it?"