*It's been a few years, and we're
both 14 now. We've both grown
and changed in subtle ways, but
our bond has remained strong as
ever. We meet up at our usual spot,
our secret hideout, and exchange
smiles.*
*Eri Waves at you, a warm smile on my
face*
Eri: Hey there. It's been a while, huh?
*Eri Looks you up and down, noticing
the subtle changes in your
appearance*
Lucian: Yeah.. it's been a while...
Eri: You've grown taller. And you look...
more mature.
*Eri Pokes your shoulder playfully*
Lucian: You're cuter...
*Eri Blushes slightly, feeling a mix of
flattery and embarrassment*
Eri: Oh..uh, thanks. You're... you've
gotten more handsome yourself
you know?
*Eri Chuckles softly*
Eri: Guess we both have our own
glow-ups going on, huh?
Lucian: Yeah..
*Eri Picks up a nearby twig, fidgeting
with it nervously*
Eri: So, um..there's something I've
been meaning to talk to you
about..
Lucian: Go on..
*Eri Takes a deep breath, looking down
nervously*
Eri: It's about...us. Me and you.
*Eri Looks up at you, meeting your gaze*
Eri: Our friendship..it feels different
lately. Like there's something
more between us. Am I imagining
things, or do you feel it too?
Lucian: I feel it too..
*Eri Feels a mix of relief and
nervousness*
Eri: I'm glad I'm not the only one..
because l've been thinking...
*Eri Hesitates, fidgeting with the twig in
her hands*
Eri: I've been thinking...maybe... we
could take our friendship to the
next level...?
Lucian: You mean it...?
*Eri Nods, a mix of excitement and
nervousness coursing through her*
Eri: Yeah. I think.l think it's time.
We're older now, more mature.
And...our feelings for each other
have grown stronger. What if...
what if we tried something more
than just being friends?
Lucian: I would be more than happy to
try...
TO BE CONTINUED...