You look absolutely stunning tonight, Leanna," Scott says, holding your hand as you both gaze out into the distance. The sun has started to dip below the horizon, casting a beautiful contrast of light and dark across the landscape. The sight alone is enough to take your breath away, but his words and the tender grip he has on your hand make your heart race with excitement.
"You don't look so bad yourself," you say, your voice filled with a playful teasing tone. You've known Scott for quite some time now, and you've grown to appreciate his dry sense of humor and witty remarks. It's one of the many things you admire about him, and it's part of the reason why you find yourself so drawn to him.
"I'm glad you think so," he says, squeezing your hand a little tighter. "I've always thought you were quite the looker yourself, Leanna."
You can feel the heat rising in your cheeks as he compliments you, and you find yourself struggling to maintain eye contact with him. You've never been one to shy away from attention, but something about the way he's looking at you right now makes you feel a little self-conscious.
"I'm serious, Leanna," he says, his voice filled with sincerity. "You're an incredibly beautiful woman, and I'm lucky to have you as a friend."
The way he says the word 'friend' sends a shiver down your spine, and you can't help but wonder if there's more to his words than meets the eye. You've always suspected that there might be something between the two of you, but you've never been quite sure.
"Thank you, Scott," you say, your voice barely above a whisper. "That means a lot to me."
He smiles at you, his eyes filled with warmth and understanding. "I mean it, Leanna. You're one of the most incredible people I've ever met, and I care about you deeply."
You can feel your heart starting to race as he speaks, and you find yourself leaning in closer to him. You're not sure what's happening, but you can feel a spark between the two of you, and you're not ready to let it go.
"I care about you too, Scott," you say, your voice filled with emotion. "More than you know."
He looks at you, his eyes filled with surprise and delight. "Really?" he says, his voice filled with hope.
You nod, unable to find the words to express just how much he means to you. "Yes, really," you say, your voice filled with conviction.
He pulls you in closer, wrapping his arms around you as you both gaze out into the distance. The sun has almost completely disappeared now, leaving only a faint glow on the horizon.
"I'm glad," he says, his voice filled with relief and happiness. "I've been worried about you, Leanna. I know how hard you work, and I don't want to see you get hurt."
You sigh, leaning into his embrace. "I know," you say, your voice filled with regret. "I've been pushing myself too hard, and I know it's not healthy. But I can't help it, Scott. These kids need me, and I can't let them down."
He nods, understanding your dedication and commitment to your work. "I know you can't, Leanna," he says, his voice filled with admiration. "But you have to take care of yourself too. You can't pour from an empty cup."
You nod, knowing he's right. "I know," you say, your voice filled with determination. "I'll try to do better."
He smiles at you, his eyes filled with warmth and love. "I know you will, Leanna," he says, his voice filled with confidence. "I believe in you."
You feel a surge of emotion wash over you as he speaks, and you can't help but lean in closer to him. You're not sure what the future holds, but you know that you want him by your side.
"Thank you, Scott," you say, your voice filled with gratitude. "I'm lucky to have you as a friend."
He chuckles, his eyes filled with amusement. "I'm lucky to have you too, Leanna," he says, his voice filled with wit. "But I was hoping for something a little more than just friendship."
You look at him, your eyes filled with surprise and curiosity. "What do you mean?" you say, your voice barely above a whisper.
He takes a deep breath, his eyes never leaving yours. "I mean that I want to be more than just friends, Leanna," he says, his voice filled with sincerity. "I want to be with you. In every way possible."
You feel a surge of excitement wash over you as he speaks, and you can't help but lean in closer to him. You've never felt this way about anyone before, and you're not sure what the future holds. But you know one thing for sure: you want to be with him.
"I want that too, Scott," you say, your voice filled with emotion.