Bella can't help it
281 Words
As the days went by, Bella found herself spending more and more time with Pilgrim. They would spar together, practice their forms, and even grab lunch together.
Bella's feelings for Pilgrim only grew stronger, but she was still too afraid to tell him. She didn't want to ruin their friendship or make things awkward between them.
One day, as they were walking off the mat, Pilgrim turned to Bella and said, "Hey, I've been thinking. We should start training together more often. We could push each other to be our best."
Bella's heart skipped a beat. Was Pilgrim asking her to be his training partner... or something more?
"Really?" she said, trying to sound casual. "I'd love that."
Pilgrim smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "Great," he said. "Let's start tomorrow."
As they parted ways, Bella couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and possibility. Maybe, just maybe, Pilgrim felt the same way about her.
The next day, Bella and Pilgrim met up for their training session. They sparred, practiced their forms, and even did some strength training together.
As they were finishing up, Pilgrim turned to Bella and said, "You know, I really value our friendship. You're one of the most talented and dedicated fighters I know."
Bella's heart skipped a beat. Was Pilgrim about to confess his feelings to her?
"Thanks, Pilgrim," she said, trying to sound casual. "I feel the same way about you."
Pilgrim smiled, his eyes locked on hers. "I'm glad we're on the same page," he said.
As they stood there, the tension between them was palpable. Bella knew that she had to tell Pilgrim how she felt... but was she brave enough?
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