forum In Fair Verona // Modern Romeo and Juliet // Private RP - CLOSED

Started February 05, 2019 by @blue_topaz

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“Ouch,” I murmured, but gave a nod. “What did you bring?”

“Mini sandwiches, donuts, and cream puffs.” I began to unpack, pulling out the food.

“Yum,” I smiled, reaching into my own basket to withdraw a large bottle of fizzy lemonade.

“The looks awesome.” I looked over at the lemonade, smiling. “I really love it out here.”

“I’ve got these, too,” I answered, pulling out a small packet of macaroons. “And yeah, it’s so… peaceful.”

“I can’t believe we’re actually here right now.” A disbelieving chuckle escaped my lips as I looked around. “The only reason I know I’m not dreaming is the hangover headache.”

I reached for his hand, smiling. “If you were dreaming, would it be a good one?”

“No, no don’t do that.” I teased, raising an eyebrow at Marina. “I’m not sappy when I’m sober.” I grinned confidently.

I took his statement as a dare and leaned in, pressing our noses together. "Are you sure about that?"

I only managed my bluff for another ten seconds before my entire face erupted into a deep cheery red. I squeezed my eyes shut tightly, turning my head to childishly look away. “You’re a nasty cheater, Pazza.”

Though my cheeks were roughly the same hue as his, my lips quickly widened to form a triumphant grin. "Oh?" I teased, "You want me to move farther away?"

“You know I don’t.” I grumbled, interlacing our fingers bashfully. “Even though your methods are unorthodox.”

I raised an eyebrow at his choice of words, still laughing. Shifting slightly, I lay my head, very tentatively, on his shoulder.

“What’re you laughing at?” I teased gently. “You’re mean.”

“You, silly,” I answered, only half-joking as I tucked my legs beneath me.

“Aren’t you supposed to be nice to people you like?” I complained, smiling gently at her. “Or is bold to assume you like me?”

“Not bold at all,” I murmured, praying my cheeks weren’t as red as I suspected.

“I like you too. A lot.” I admitted, a bashful smile forming on my lips. “I still… I can’t believe this is real.” I shook my head in wonder. “I can’t believe you pinned me down, Pazza.”

My heart thumped irregularly in my chest, sending sharp spikes of adrenaline through my body. “O-Oh. I——Oh.”

“Are you okay? I didn’t mean to trigger anything…” I reached out and gently squeezed Marina’s hand, guilt coursing through my veins.

“You didn’t,” I promised quickly, squeezing back as colour flooded my face. “That—That was a good kind of stutter.”

“Right—er…” I scratched the back of my neck in embarrassment. “Do you want to eat?” I gestured to the food awkwardly.

“Food. Right. Yes.” My brain stittered and short circuited, but the brush of Mercutio’s fingers across mine kickstarted it. I reached for the lemonade and plastic cups.

“I uh… I’m sorry if you aren’t a fan of the woods. I know it’s not exactly romantic…” I cringed at my own hesitancy. “I’m not very good at the whole, you know, dating thing.”

Dating.

My heart stopped. “Are—are we dating?” I whispered, a smile overtaking my lips.

“Dating? Did I say dating? I—Uh…” I took a cautious glance at her face, feeling my heart swell with warmth at her smile. “Are we…?”

"I don't know," I said quietly, struggling to keep euphoria from overwhelming me. "It would be stupid. And dangerous. And life-threatening. But……. I think it's safe to say that I don't really care. Do you?"

“I don’t know if I… If I can treat you as well you deserve.” I admitted softly sucking in a deep breath. “I really do like you. But… But are you sure about liking me?”