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>You give your bow one final tug to make sure it’s tied tight, and see that it’s holding.
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“Good, last thing I want is it coming loose while I teach.”
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>Looking at your reflection, you give your best smile.
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>Your mood is pretty high for once, probably helps that you’re both teaching and having Mellow come over.
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>It’s not like you’re going to ask him out though, just want to see where you two stand with each other.
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>Who knows, maybe you can finally settle both your heart and mind?
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“Would be nice, wouldn’t it?” You ask your reflection.
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>Of course it would, but you can only wait and see.
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>As you go finish getting ready to head out, you let yourself imagine a date him with.
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>Not sure how much of a romantic he is, but you’d like to think he’d be the classic gentlecolt.
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>He pretty much is anyways.
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>Always being so kind to you, and when you open up to him, he gives you his full attention.
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>Mellow is the only pony who gets you.
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>You have tried dating before in past, though each ended...Poorly.
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>It was always something; you’re too closed off, too needy, not outgoing enough, or your personal favorite...Your cuts.
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>Sighing, you put on your saddlebags and lock up as you leave.
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“Focus on getting through teaching and then see what happens. That’s all I have to do.”
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>Giving one final nod, you head off to the schoolhouse.
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>You’ve had Mellow over before, each time was great.
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>It’s not much different than when you two hang out at the park, just at your house though.
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>Of course you made dinner for him before as well.
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>Isn’t that what couples do?
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>…
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>Don’t overthink this Paper, you can’t make assumptions.
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“I really need advice...”
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>Wait, you’re already heading to the school, why not ask Cheerilee while the foals are at recess?
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>You don’t have to tell her everything either, just ask for advice is all.
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“That...That may work, it’s better than nothing.”
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>You realize you were talking out loud again, but thankfully no pony is around to see your blunder.
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>Stress makes you do that from time to time.
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>Makes you do a lot of things too…Oh look, the schoolhouse is just up head.
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>You stop just outside and take a moment to gather yourself.
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>While the foals make you happier, you really want to make sure you remain focused throughout the lesson.
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“Just relax Paper, you’ve done this hundreds of times before.”
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>You breath in and slowly release it, feeling more confident than you did earlier.
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>Thankfully, no pony didn’t see you doing this, probably think you’re weird.
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>You open the door and head inside.
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>Cheerilee is at her desk and the students are working on something.
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>When she sees you, she smiles and nods.
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>You return the gesture and approach her.
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“Hey there, how are things today?”
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>A few students peek up from the their work with excited looks on their faces.
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>”Quite well, they’re behaved as usual and working on book report at the moment. We’ll have you teach after they finish, they’re pretty excited.”
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>Figures, you remember having to do those in school, always stressed you out.
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>She couldn’t be more right about origami helping either.
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“I’m looking forward to it.” You say as you take off your bags and prepare.
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>Brought stacks of paper and some example pieces you made recently.
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>Not that you expect them to have the level of skill you have, it just helps inspire them to see what they could be capable of.
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>Who knows? Maybe one of them gets a cutiemark in origami like you.
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>You finish setting up the table and can see a few eager eyes watching you.
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>It’s hard not to giggle at how cute they are.
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>Thankfully you don’t have to wait long, as the last of them finish their work and look at you both with large smiles.
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>Maybe someday you’ll have foals of your own…
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>Focus Paper, Cheerilee is talking.
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>”-I’ll let Ms. Cut take over from here.” She says as she turns to you.
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>Might’ve missed a few things, but that’s alright.
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“Hello everypony, I hope you’re having a wonderful day. I’m looking forward to showing the beauty of origami. I’m sure most of you have heard of it before.”
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>You see several of them nod, some look bored, but that’s okay.
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“If you don’t know already, it is the art of folding paper into a sculpture. There is more to it than that, but lets start off with something simple.” Saying as you start to give each row a stack of paper.
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>You show them how to make a paper flower to start, it’s one of your favorites.
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>Like always, some students get confused or mess up, not that you blame them.
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>You weren’t an expert when your first started either.
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“Just like this, see?” You show another student where to fold and their eyes sparkle.
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>>”Thank you Ms. Cut.” They say with a bright smile.
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“You’re very welcome.” You beam and continue to go around to see how the rest are doing.
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>Before long, recess has come and you watch as they scamper off outside.
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>Now’s your chance to ask her, hopefully she can help you.
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“Do you have a moment Cheerilee?” You ask her as she is about to head outside with the students.
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>”Sure, but I have to watch over the foals outside.” She nods.
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>You follow her out and hope for the best.
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“I need some advice about a friend of mine.”
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>She arches an eyebrow as she watches the students. “Oh?”
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“Yes, I’ve known him for a long time and I’ve wondered for a while now if he has feelings for me.”
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>Cheerilee blinks a few times before looking at you.
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>”Not the kind of question I was expecting, but alright. Has he said or done anything specific to hint it?”
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>You think back, and of course, you find many different occasions involving him.
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“He’s been there for me whenever I’ve needed him. He’s always open with me as well.”
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>That’s not all though.
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“And he has always complimented my work, no matter how bad it is.”
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>”Anything else? Like, complimenting your appearance? Or, giving you gifts?”
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“He does say I look pretty when I feel down, and he sometimes plays a song for me on his guitar. I’d consider that a gift, considering how well he plays.”
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>She smirks and focuses her attention on the foals, your own eyes look out towards them as well.
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>”Not to sound rude Paper, but it sounds like you already know the answer.”
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>Guess you were right to assume it, but still…
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“I just need to be sure, the last thing I want to do is lose him to an assumption.”
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>She nods. ”That’s understandable, perhaps you should indirectly ask him? That’s likely the safest option.”
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>That’s what you thought as well, at least somepony else has helped you confirmed it at last.
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“That was my plan, it’s good to know that I’m going about this right way. Thank you Cheerilee.” You smile.
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>”You’re welcome Paper, I hope everything goes well for you.”
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>You hope so too, we’ll see though.
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“Yeah...”
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>”Take care Mellow, remember tomorrow is opening day.” Cliff says as you depart.
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“You too, I won’t forget Cliff.” Waving as you leave the theater.
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>Clouds cover the skies, hiding the sun and turning the world a bit gray.
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>Fortunately you brought an umbrella today, and prepare to open it as you trot along.
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>Your heart beats hard and your mind is filled with thoughts of what will happen today.
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>You really don’t want to overthink this, Paper has invited you over before and each time it was to hang out.
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>And each time she has asked, you lost your composure like yesterday.
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>Doesn’t stop you from thinking this is the moment where she confesses her feelings to you.
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>Watching her yesterday make origami was interesting and helped you relax.
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>Especially since-
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>A rain drop lands on your muzzle, causing you to scrunch.
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“Figures...Least I came prepared.”
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>You open up your umbrella as more rain starts to come down.
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>Never was one for rainy days though, they made you feel low.
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>Fit perfectly for the books you’ve read and the plays you’ve played in.
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“Perfect for a tragedy, funny how that works.”
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>…
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>You’re doing it again Mellow, have to stop doing that.
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>Some ponies run for cover, others pull out their rain gear as well.
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>Ignoring them and the world again, you continue forth towards home to get your guitar.
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>Despite the thoughts in your head and heart, you will treat this like any other day.
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>That’s the right thing to do...Isn’t it?
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>You’re not actually sure.
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>It is the safe thing to do at least, so that way you don’t make a fool of yourself like you have before.
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>Still…
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>Before you overthink things again, you reach your house.
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“Thank Celestia...” Saying as you unlock the door and go inside.
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>At least here you can speak freely, though you try not to as to develop that bad habit further.
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>Rather than standing around, you quickly put away your bags and grab your guitar before stopping at the front door.
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“Just remember Mellow, treat this like any other time. Don’t overthink it and play it cool.”
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>Taking a breath, you release it and head back outside.
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>How ominous, it’s gotten darker out.
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>Kinda worrisome as well, you might have to stay over at Paper’s till the storm dissipates.
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>…
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>You’re already overthinking again idiot.
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>Shaking your head, you attempt to relax and focus on getting to Paper’s.
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>As you trot along the road again, you don’t see anymore ponies out, no surprise there.
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>Who’d actually want to be out in this? Other than you of course.
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>The only downside about this though, is that Paper lives pretty far from you.
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>But honestly, that doesn’t bother you, because at the end of the day, you’d do anything for her.
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>You finally arrive at Paper’s home, and are a little wet now.
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>As you knock, you feel yourself shiver.
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“Sheesh, its cold out here.”
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>The door unlocks and opens with Paper standing there with a large smile on her face.
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>You can never get enough of her smile…
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>”Come inside, don’t want you to get sick Mellow.”
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>As you step inside and set your umbrella down, she shuts the door behind you.
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>Before you can say anything, she quickly trots off to the bathroom.
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>Odd, why is she-
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>She comes back out with a towel and gives it to you.
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>Of course that’s what she was doing, you idiot.
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“Thanks, it’s starting to get bad out there.” You say as you dry off.
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>Her face gets a look of concern. “Sorry about that, didn’t realize it would. Hope you don’t get sick.”
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“I’m not too worried, I’m pretty healthy and I don’t get sick that easily.” You puff out your chest for emphasis.
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>As you finish drying off, she gives you a hug like usual, but this one lasts longer than normal.
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>Don’t overthink it, don’t overthink it, don’t overthink it...
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>She pulls back and takes the towel back into the bathroom.
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>Shaking out of whatever that was, you open up your case and pull out your guitar.
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>”I’m going to be making some coco, do you want some?” She calls out from the other room.
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“Yeah sure.” Replying back.
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>Taking a seat on the couch, you start to tune like always.
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>While you really don’t need to always do that, it’s better to be certain.
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>You keep reminding yourself to treat this like any other day.
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>As you start to strum out some chords, Paper returns with two cups and gives one to you.
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“Thanks, how was your day?” You accept the cup and ask.
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>She sits down and takes a sip before answering.
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>”It went really well, the foals were great as usual. I wouldn’t be surprised if one of them gets a origami related cutiemark like myself.”
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>As you go to take a sip of your own, she continues on.
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>”Mellow, do you ever think about the future?”
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>You nearly spit out your coco, but barely manage to swallow it.
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“Y-yeah, all the time. How about you?” Your heart starts to race.
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>She nods. “I do too, I try to imagine who I will be with and what life would be like.”
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>Uh...Where is she going with this? Is she asking you what you think she is asking?
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>Dammit Mellow, don’t overthink it, play it cool you fool!
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>Refocusing, you strum out some more chords and nod.
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>”How about your day?”
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“Rehearsal went great, no mistakes today. I won’t hold my breath though, as tomorrow is opening night.”
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>From the corner of your eye, you can see that she watching you closely.
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>”I believe in you Mellow, I know the play will go off without a hitch.” She says as she touches you.
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>Okay, is she trying to send you a signal?
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>No, no she isn’t. You’re overthinking this again, she is being a supportive friend is all.
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>Is she really though? You’ve wanted to tell her for so long about your feelings for her.
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>Can’t risk it, not yet.
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>However, an idea comes to mind that might help ease things.
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“Thanks Paper, how about you come to see it? I’m sure I can get you a ticket.”
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>As you start to play a song, you watch her from the corner of your eye.
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>It’s really hard to read her though, she is really good at hiding things.
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>She could be a actress with that kind of poker face, kinda ironic to be honest.
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>Paper gives a little smile and nods. “That’d be wonderful, though are you certain you can?”
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>In truth, you will likely have to bend over backwards to get one, but it will be worth it for her.
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“Yeah of course, I’ve worked there for years and I’m sure I can.”
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>She looks excited and her bow bounces a little. “I’m looking forward to it.”
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>As the rain falls, you nod because you too are looking forward to this.
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