### Chapter Four: The Date Disaster

Ah, the much-anticipated date. I watched them from a safe distance, just in case Riku messed up. But to my surprise, my man was SMOOTH, like a rock. Yeah, like a rock. Maybe it was cause i was the one who advised him how to go on a date

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It started off with Riku pacing back and forth, nerves written all over his face. "Zane, do I look okay?" he asked for the hundredth time.

"NAH, you stinks man " I smirked.

"what?"

" just kidding , you look good "

Hana arrived, looking as bright and radiant as ever. The look on Riku's face was priceless. He was trying to play it cool, but I could see the nervous energy bubbling under the surface.

They started with a walk through the park\, Riku pushing Hana's wheelchair. It was all going well until Riku tried to be gallant and started pushing it like he was riding a damn bike AROUND A PUDDLE \, MUDDY PUDDLE.. *SPLASH!* Hana's giggles filled the air as water splattered everywhere. Smooth\, like a rock\, right?

I watched from behind a tree, trying not to laugh out loud. Despite the mini-disaster, Hana seemed to enjoy the moment. They continued walking, talking about random things. It was... nice, actually. I could see Riku was genuinely happy, AND RED , AND BLUE WITH ALL THE PUDDLE DOOP AWKWARDNESS AND SHYNESS

Next up was the ice cream stand. Riku fumbled with his wallet, almost dropping it in his rush to pay. Hana, ever the sweetheart, laughed and offered to pay instead. But Riku, determined to be the gentleman, insisted.( Broo this guy is so stingy around us , I swear he haven't paid for an ice cream before) He finally managed to get the ice creams, handing one to Hana with a proud smile.

Then came the CRINGY part for me. They sat on a bench, eating their ice creams, and Riku tried to be all deep and meaningful. "Hana, you know, ever since I met you, I've been thinking a lot about life and stuff." (BRO., YOU PREACH PHILOSOPHY WHEN YOU ARE DRUNK)

I nearly choked on my laughter from my hiding spot. Riku, the gangster, getting all THE EMOTIONAL BOY VIBE. But Hana? She ate it up.(WHY? WHY? WHY IS THE CUTE GIRL ALWAYS STUPID )They talked about dreams, hopes, and cheesy stuff that made me want to throw up.

As the sun began to set, they headed towards the Ferris wheel. I followed at a safe distance, still keeping an eye on them. Riku looked back a couple of times, (he probably saw me ), but he didn't say anything. They got on the Ferris wheel, and I lost sight of them for a bit.

When they finally got off, Hana was smiling , and Riku looked more relaxed. They shared a quiet moment, just enjoying each other's company.

Finally, as they made their way back, Riku walked her to her door, and with a bit of stammering, he asked, "Hana, can we do this again sometime?"

Hana smiled and nodded, "I'd love that, Riku."

When he got back he was smiling like crazy. he was happy but DAMN HIS SMILE WAS LIKE THE CLOWN FROM TERRIFIER , scared the creep out of me

" Man , who got you smiling like that"

HE SMILED EVEN MORE " dude stop , you are scaring me .. just stop"

When he finally stopped, he was angry " WHEN DID , ZANE BECAME A STALKER "

" i was just checking on you , you know as a wingman "

that didn't calmed him down and i don't wanna speak about that now

Anyway let's not get too carried away. I’m still not a fan of romance. Yet seeing Riku's smile, even I had to admit, it was worth some laugh.

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