Rake: *takes deep breath* All right, I can do this. I can do this.
*Rake walks up to Pepper*
Pepper: Hello Rake!
Rake, throwing caution to the wind and deciding he's just going to do it: Morning Pepper! Uh, roses are red, violets are blue...
Rake's thoughts: And I love you.
Rake's mouth:...Tulips come in all sorts of colors, and daffodils are also yellow...
Pepper: They certainly are! I love all those brightly colored flowers.
Rake: And I love them too! I love a lot of things-like-uh-you.
*later*
Rake: How could I have fumbled for so long??
Jester: What matters is that your heart was in it. *pauses, then snorts* Daffodils are also yellow. Ha!