Confessing Feelings

Austin's Pov

As the days went by, I couldn't shake off the weight of my feelings for Bloom. The more I tried to bury them, the stronger they seemed to grow. It was becoming unbearable, and I knew I couldn't keep it inside any longer. I had to tell her how I felt.

One evening, as the sun was setting, I found Bloom sitting alone by a small pond, lost in her thoughts. It seemed like the perfect opportunity to talk to her. Gathering my courage, I walked up to her, my heart pounding in my chest.

"Bloom," I said, my voice slightly shaky. "Can I talk to you for a moment?"

She looked up at me, her eyes curious. "Of course, Austin. What's on your mind?"

I took a deep breath, trying to steady myself. "I... I need to be honest with you. I've been feeling something for you, something more than just friendship."

Her eyebrows furrowed in confusion, but she remained attentive. "What do you mean?"

I looked down at my feet, struggling to find the right words. "I mean that I've developed feelings for y