Waking up, Matthew Williams felt a sudden dread settle in his stomach. He felt as though there was something horrid he had to do that day, but couldn't quite remember what it was. That is, until he looked at the calendar; a blush spread across his face. It was Valentine's Day, and he'd made a promise to himself a few weeks ago: this Valentine's Day, he would confess to his best friend, Gilbert Weillschmidt. The boy was rethinking that decision now.
What if I'm rejected? What if he thinks I'm weird, and doesn't want to be friends anymore? Matthew thought; he then shook his head. He wouldn't let his resolve slip; he'd promised himself, and he was never a man to go back on his word. So he briskly got changed, and went downstairs to eat a quick breakfast. He was out of the house in record time.
You can do this… Yeah, it'll be fine! And if he doesn't accept I can just… play it off as a joke. Yeah. Matthew thought himself on the way to Gil's house.
All too soon, the Canadian arrived at his friend's home. It had always felt welcoming before, but today it felt quite foreboding. Matthew was scared out if his wits, and was practically shaking as he walked up the small path to the Weillschmidt house.
For a few moments, he just stood in front of the door. After what seemed like forever, he took a deep breath and went to press the doorbell; however, that was unnecessary, as the door suddenly opened.
"Oh, hey Birdie… Wow, awesome timing; you're just the person I wanted to see!" Gilbert said, grinning. Mattie's mouth twitched up into a small smile.
"E-Er… Yeah, same here… Erm, Gilbert, I… Wanted to ask you something… Um…" the petit man started, feeling awkward. Gilbert closed the front door behind him.
Here goes nothing… Please don't reject me…
"W-Would y—"
"Birdie, be my valentine!"
Matthew's eyes widened, and his cheeks darkened. He felt tears of relief flood his eyes, as he realized the feelings were mutual. He gave a wide smile, and crashed himself into Gilbert, hugging him tightly. He nodded.
"Of course."
A/N: Derp. My friend is on a PruCan trip, so I figured I'd write this for her. Not sure I totally love it, but hey, at least I tried! Enjoy. :3