Between the Lines Crossing Lines

Crossing Lines

Emma

Hey, Jake… can I ask you something?

Jake

Shoot. What’s up?

Emma

Do you ever think about… us? Like, more than just friends?

Jake

Wow, that’s a curveball. Honestly, yeah. Sometimes.

Emma

Really? I wasn’t sure if it was just me.

Jake

No, you’re not alone. But it’s complicated, right? I mean, we’ve been best friends forever.

Emma

Exactly. I don’t want to mess that up. But lately, I catch myself wondering if there could be something more.

Jake

I get that. I’ve felt it too, but I’m scared. What if it ruins everything?

Emma

Same here. But maybe it’s worth the risk?

Jake

Maybe. I guess we won’t know unless we try.

Emma

Yeah. But no pressure. We can figure it out together, slowly.

Jake

Slow and steady. I like that.

Emma

Me too. Thanks for being honest with me.

Jake

Always. You’re too important to me to keep things bottled up.

Emma

Same. This feels like the start of something new… even if it’s scary.

Jake

Scary but exciting. Just like a game where the rules aren’t clear yet.

Emma

Perfect analogy. So, what’s our next move?

Jake

How about we keep being us, but pay attention to what’s between the lines?

Emma

I like that. Between the lines.

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