Broken then Healed (REWRITTEN)

CHAPTER 17

Their First Date

The following weekend, Eric suggested they go out for ice cream after school. Jane's heart raced at the idea; it felt like their first real date, and the anticipation sent butterflies swirling in her stomach.

When they arrived at the ice cream parlor, the sun was beginning to set, casting a golden glow over everything. Eric held the door open for her, and Jane felt a warmth spread through her as they stepped inside together.

They spent the next hour trying different flavors and joking about which ones were the best. Eric made silly faces as he tried a scoop of mint chocolate chip, claiming it tasted like toothpaste, while Jane laughed, shaking her head at his dramatics.

"Okay, okay, you win! I'll stick to cookies and cream," he said, a mock-serious expression on his face.

As they settled at a small table outside, the conversation flowed easily. They talked about everything—music, dreams, and their favorite movies. Jane felt like she could share anything with Eric, and it filled her with an indescribable joy.

"I'm really glad we're doing this," Eric said, his tone more serious now. "I've liked you for a long time, Jane."

Her heart raced at his words, a warmth flooding her cheeks. "Me too, Eric. I just... I never knew if you felt the same way."

Eric smiled, a genuine smile that lit up his face. "I think we've both been figuring it out. But I want to make sure you know how special you are to me."

Jane felt a flutter in her stomach as their eyes locked. "You're special to me too," she replied softly, her voice barely above a whisper.

As they finished their ice cream, the atmosphere around them seemed to change, becoming electric with unspoken feelings. Eric leaned closer, brushing his shoulder against hers, and Jane felt her heart race.

"Can I kiss you?" he asked, his voice low and sincere.

Jane's breath hitched in her throat, and she nodded, her heart pounding. As Eric leaned in, time seemed to slow. His lips brushed against hers softly, igniting a warmth that spread through her entire being.

When they pulled back, Jane felt breathless, her cheeks flushed. "Wow," she managed to say, a shy smile spreading across her face.

"Wow, indeed," Eric replied, grinning like a fool.

As they left the ice cream parlor, Jane felt lighter, as if a weight had been lifted off her shoulders. With each step beside Eric, she realized that they were no longer just friends navigating a tumultuous world; they were something more—a team ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead, hand in hand.

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