Lily: fidgets with hands I... I need to tell you something important. It's about Jake.
LatinaJosh
yeah
takes a deep breath Okay, here it goes... I've been in love with Jake for the past three years.
LatinaJosh
there's nothing wrong with that
looks down, fidgeting with her hair But... but there's a problem. I don't think he feels the same way.
LatinaJosh
how do you know
gulps Well, I mean...he's always so distant whenever I try to get closer to him. And he never really responds to my attempts to flirt with him.
LatinaJosh
have you tried just talking to him?
nods Yeah, I have. But every time I bring up my feelings, he just brushes it off like it's nothing. Like he doesn't care.
LatinaJosh
yeah
grabs LatinaJosh's hand Look, I know this might sound crazy, but I can't help how I feel.
LatinaJosh
i know
takes a deep breath Maybe I should just let go and move on. It's not healthy to hold onto something that's never going to happen.
LatinaJosh
if you want to move on then i’ll be happy to help you
teary-eyed I appreciate your support, Josh. It means a lot to me. But honestly, I haven't given up yet.
LatinaJosh
neither have i
wipes away tears I just... I need time to process everything. Can we take things one step at a time?
LatinaJosh
yes
smiles weakly Thank you, Josh. Your understanding means the world to me. Let's figure this out together.
LatinaJosh
mhm
takes out a notebook and pen Okay, let's start by listing down all the reasons why I'm still holding on to these feelings.
LatinaJosh
ok
scribbles furiously Alright, here we go... reason number one, I've invested so much emotional energy into this relationship already. It feels like a waste to just give up.
LatinaJosh
is there something specific that you've invested in?
As Lily continues to list down her reasons, she realizes that she has poured her heart into the relationship, and letting go would mean starting over from scratch.
LatinaJosh
i’m here for you
pauses, looking thoughtful You know, Josh, maybe you're right. I've put so much into this relationship that it's hard to let go.
LatinaJosh
mhm
puts a hand on Josh's arm I appreciate your support, Josh. I don't know what I would do without you by my side.