Hey, Jake… I’ve been thinking about what you said — paying attention to what’s between the lines.
Jake
Yeah? What’s on your mind?
Emma
It’s weird. Sometimes when we talk, I catch myself staring longer than I should. Or feeling like I want to say more but don’t.
Jake
I know what you mean. Like when you almost say something but then chicken out?
Emma
Exactly. Like last week, when you helped me with that history project, and I almost blurted out how much I appreciate you. But then I just said thanks.
Jake
That was a near miss, huh? I felt it too.
Emma
Maybe we’re both scared. Scared of changing what we have.
Jake
Or scared of admitting that maybe it’s already changing.
Emma
Yeah. And it’s confusing. Because I don’t want to lose our friendship, but I can’t ignore these feelings either.
Jake
Same here. It’s like walking a tightrope — one wrong move and everything could fall apart.
Emma
But maybe it’s worth the risk. Maybe some things are too important to stay unspoken.
Jake
I think you’re right. We just have to be patient. Let things happen naturally.
Emma
Slow burn, huh? Like your soccer games — careful, strategic, but full of passion.
Jake
Perfect analogy. And trust me, the payoff is worth the wait.
Emma
I hope so. Because I don’t want to keep missing these moments.
Jake
Neither do I. Maybe next time, we don’t let the moment slip away.
Emma
Deal. But no pressure. Just… maybe a little less chicken next time?
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