They ventured outside, walking towards Sarah's car, feeling energized. "What's next?" Izuko asked, trying to sound casual.
"I thought we could grab some ice cream. There's this place that serves the most ridiculous flavors," Sarah suggested, a playful grin spreading across her face.
"Ridiculous how?" Izuko asked, curiosity piqued.
"Like, they have a flavor that tastes like pickles and cotton candy!" Sarah said, laughing at the thought.
Izuko grimaced playfully. "Ugh, that sounds disgusting! But I'm in!"
As they strolled to the ice cream shop, the sunlight cast a warm glow around them, making everything feel perfect. Once inside, Sarah began to experiment with the flavors, her excitement infectious. "I'm going to try the pickle-cotton candy swirl! Who's with me?"
Izuko laughed, shaking her head. "I'll stick with my chocolate and strawberry, thanks!"
After they both got their ice cream, they found a bench outside, enjoying the warm breeze. "Okay, now we have to take a picture! We look adorable!" Sarah declared, holding up her phone.
Izuko couldn't help but smile as Sarah positioned them perfectly, capturing the moment. "Say 'flirting'!"
"Flirting!" they both shouted, laughter bubbling between them as the camera clicked.
As they sat there, Izuko felt an overwhelming sense of happiness. Sarah had planned everything so perfectly, and the connection between them felt stronger than ever.
"Thanks for today, Sarah. I really had fun," Izuko said softly, her heart full.
"Me too! I loved every minute of it. We should definitely do this again!" Sarah replied, her voice warm and inviting.
Izuko nodded, feeling her cheeks heat up again. "Yeah, I'd like that."
As the sun began to set, painting the sky in stunning hues, they both realized this day was special. Izuko could hardly believe how much fun she had, even with her nerves getting the better of her at times. She stole a glance at Sarah, who was animatedly describing their next potential adventure.
With Sarah by her side, everything felt right, and Izuko knew this was just the beginning of many more amazing days together...
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RomanceIn Echoes of Us, Izuko and Sarah start as best friends, but a misunderstanding drives them apart for a year. When they reconnect in their last year of high school and college at 18, they discover the love that has always been there. As Sarah, the ol...
