Ethan: Why didn’t you tell me??? Ethan’s eyes dart around, fidgeting with his hoodie strings. How could you doo this?!
MysticalWaterfall
looks away from him
takes a step closer, voice trembling Look, I... I need an explanation. Why didn't you trust me enough to share this with me?
MysticalWaterfall
Because we have been in love for 3 years and I didn’t want to hurt you
takes a deep breath, his hands shaking I... I can't believe this. Three years... How long were you planning to keep this from me?
MysticalWaterfall
tears up I was going to tell you after the semester ended…
voice cracking After the semester? You think that's fair? You think that's fair to me? To us? pauses, trying to compose himself
MysticalWaterfall
No…my voice trails off as I look away
reaches out, grabbing MysticalWaterfall's arm gently No more secrets, okay? We're in this together now.
MysticalWaterfall
Ok..
wipes away a tear, mustering a small smile Thank you for understanding. I... I just need some time to process all of this. Can we sit down and talk?
MysticalWaterfall
Sure…I say as I wipe my tears away
leads MysticalWaterfall to a nearby bench, sitting down beside them Thank you for being honest with me. I... I appreciate your honesty, even if it hurts right now.
MysticalWaterfall
my heart is racing as I sit next to him
takes a deep breath, looking into MysticalWaterfall's eyes I want to understand why you kept this from me.
MysticalWaterfall
Well because I didn’t want you to get hurt…I say as I play with my fingers
leans in closer, his voice filled with sincerity I understand that you were trying to protect me, but I can't help but feel hurt.
MysticalWaterfall
looks away I... I didn't mean to hurt you, Ethan. I thought it was the best thing to do...
Ethan and MysticalWaterfall spend the rest of the afternoon talking on the bench, working through their emotions and rebuilding their trust.
MysticalWaterfall
I’m so sorry…..I say as tears fall off my cheeks and I hug him tightly
returns the hug, his voice cracking I... I forgive you. I just need time to heal. Can we promise each other that we'll be open with each other from now on?
MysticalWaterfall
sniffles I...I promise. No more secrets.
gently wipes away MysticalWaterfall's tears Thank you for promising that. It means a lot to me. Let's start fresh, okay?
MysticalWaterfall
nods Okay... let's start over.
smiles softly How about we go grab some ice cream? My treat. We can enjoy our favorite flavors and celebrate a new beginning.
MysticalWaterfall
laughs lightly Ice cream sounds perfect, Ethan. Thank you.
stands up, offering his hand to MysticalWaterfall Let's go then. I know this great ice cream shop just a few blocks away. You're going to love it.
MysticalWaterfall
takes his hand Lead the way, Ethan.
smiles brightly, leading MysticalWaterfall towards the ice cream shop Great! Let's hurry before they run out of our favorite flavors.
MysticalWaterfall
chuckles Sounds like a plan, Ethan. I'm excited to spend this time with you.
as they walk, Ethan glances at MysticalWaterfall, a mischievous twinkle in his eyes Hey, you know what would make this day even better?
MysticalWaterfall
laughs What's your idea, Ethan?
grins How about we play a fun game while we're at the ice cream shop? It'll add some excitement to our date.
MysticalWaterfall
raises an eyebrow A game? What did you have in mind?
stops walking, his eyes sparkling with mischief How about a scavenger hunt?
MysticalWaterfall
laughs A scavenger hunt? That sounds... interesting. Are you sure it's not too cheesy?
playfully nudges MysticalWaterfall's shoulder Trust me, it's not too cheesy at all. It'll be a fun adventure for us to enjoy together.
MysticalWaterfall
laughs Alright, Ethan. I'm up for an adventure. What's on the list?
takes out a piece of paper and pen from his pocket, clearing his throat Alright, here's the list of items we need to find for our scavenger hunt.
MysticalWaterfall
grinning This is gonna be fun. What's the first item on the list, Ethan?
clears his throat, reading from the list First on the list is a red rose. Let's see if we can find one growing in the garden nearby.