“I’m in love with you, idiot.”
his opinion about jiae had always been so neutral: platonic, yet affectionate in a way. he hinted a tiny interest in the shorter before, but it was so long ago, he couldn’t remember what he said in the past. though, he could never imagine someone ever falling in love with him; he’s horrible when it comes to the idea of love, it was never in his mind. the idea of jiae showing interest in him was something new, out of all the people -- why him? he always laughed whenever someone mention about them; being together -- actually holding hands and giving random pecks like an actual couple. he couldn’t handle it.
now, it was different. it’s as if he began a trail of what a crush is like. her voice make him smile in a way and the way how she gets angry at him makes his heart ache. every gesture of hers, he'll end with ‘you’re actually so fucking cute, what the actual fuck’ and she’ll deliver a kick to the shin every time. the first thing he does in the morning is contact her with lazy hands, whether he sounded like a creepy old man or prince charming, and it’ll immediately make his day better. the existence of her in general just makes him happy; excited about the fact that maybe, one day, her hands will intertwine with his.
adventuring out with his companion for a dairy treat had become a daily routine for him, but today was strange, he was the first to suggest the idea rather than her. he thought about it and came to the conclusion that he’s being too enthusiastic over the plan of having ice cream with her. maybe, he’s starting to get obsessed -- no, that’s too much. he can’t be obsessed, it’s just a simple action of gratitude and he agreed with it.
the male sat with the other at a bench, scooping up the vanilla with his tongue and eventually crunching on the cone that carried the ice cream. his eyes wandered elsewhere, his fingers tapping against his thigh as he waited for someone to say something. jiae had been acting weird ever since they met to get a snack, but he didn’t say anything about it. she’s probably on her period -- he ain’t saying that in front of her though (last time he did, he’s pretty sure he forgot how to walk for an hour). he finished the cone with a final crunch and dusted off the crumbs; immediately satisfied with the treat and looked over at the girl.
he opened his mouth to say something, but it wasn’t what he wanted to say. “oi, are you alright?” he let out a small hiss in disappointment and prepared for some angry shouting, but he didn’t get anything. he attempted again, “you’re not on your period, are you? oh man, i should have let you stay home. maybe that’s why you didn’t call me for ice cream... i mean, you’re the one who does it, right? not that i’m obsessive or anything-” shit, there he goes. “haha, i mean- i’m not obsessed with you or anything. i swear! someone creepy would do that. i’m not creepy, i’m great- i mean, hella great!” there was a moment of silence before he let out a sigh in retreat and looked away in embarrassment of his sudden burst.
"i’m in love with you, idiot.”
his eyes widened and his jaw instantly dropped. he wasn’t sure if that was from her or anyone else, but he was pretty sure that it’s from her -- now he’s a mess. “wait, in love with me? wh- why! i mean- i’m great, but why me? i’m a loser, i mean... you know..” his hand ran through his hair and he looked at the ground, unsure what to say. he messed up twice already. he felt so embarrassed, humiliated almost. “i...i’m in love with you too-” he almost stuttered and caught himself before he did.
“you’re the most important person to me. i love you, a lot actually, perhaps even more than my narcissism. you complete my day everytime- i mean, that’s weird right? but, it’s true- i... i just don’t know what to say? i never thought about being together with you before.” now, it felt like he’s the one confessing instead. “you are my only friend. even if you physically hurt me from time to time, i always find it cute. you’re like a tsundere- don’t kill me please. but, i’m interested in you, a lot. ever since i started -- stalking -- you. i’ll do anything to let you be with me. you’re everything that i wish for.” he let out a small laugh, “i’m so cheesy, but dating me would be nice right? haha, you know. i’m perfect and everything you would ask for.” he flexed his arm in attempt to show his ‘perfection’.
“can i date you? i mean- will you date me? i mean, fuck. just date me, okay?”