[ Lapis desperately tries to ignore how her own heart speeds up as his arm wraps around her waist, her arms looping around his shoulders now as he leans down. This is almost... terrifying, in a way, being so open like this. But it's nice too, makes her feel giddy - makes it impossible to suppress her smile; warm and fond as she looks up at him. ]

Mmhm, we will. [ A soft sound escapes her, as his forehead presses to hers. Her voice softens as well, gentler than usual as she leans in just enough that her nose just brushes against his. ]

Then we're the same there. [ For so long she shut all her feelings down, but no. Not anymore. ] But I'm glad I was able to convince you otherwise. In case I didn't make it obvious, I really do like you a lot.