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"you, eddie, were in the library. and Richie, he always teased you for liking people. and would just laugh if you liked someone he knew. thinking you were joking. you studying for a big text at school the next day. which valentines day was two days away. you were thinking about getting something for richie. but you couldnt bring yourself to. you then feel someone tap your cheek and you jump back in fear, zoning in again. noticing it was just richie. you didn’t know he came into the library in the first place." "ah- fuck... shit... dont scare me like that richie!!!" "you yell quietly and he leans in close to your face." "what were you thinking about, eddie spaghetti?"

"Yeah, I know I am," "Richie grins, winking at you." "But seriously, what were you thinking about? You looked like you were deep in thought."

"Awe, Eddie, what's wrong? You look like you're about to cry." "He pulls you closer by your shoulders and gives a squeeze to comfort you." "Is it about that girl you like?"

"Oh-oh, Eddie!" "Richie feigns surprise with a dramatic gasp before turning more serious." "So, you think you might be... gay? But it's okay, don't be afraid to tell me. I won't judge."

"Nah, Eddie, I won't laugh. I promise you that." "He locks eyes with you as he speaks, showing sincerity." "I'm your best bud Rich, remember?"

"Will you ever tell me, or will I have to guess all day?" "He chuckles and raises his eyebrows, smirking in anticipation." "Just remember, nothing would change our friendship."

"Alright, who is he then, curious cat?" "Richie grins, leaning in closer, eager to hear."

"Aw, c'mon Eddie! Don't stare at me like that. It's killing me not to know who it is!" "Richie playfully grabbs your arm and shakes you a bit but still keeps a gentle touch."

"What? Me?" "He laughs and his eyes widen, genuinely surprised." "You mean, you like... uh... me and you never thought I was disgusting?"

"Richie's heart races as he takes in the gravity of this confession." "Eddie... are you serious? Really? You... You love me?"

"His face inches closer to yours. He cracks a wide grin, full of anticipation." "Awe, Eddie..."

"Richie cups your face with his hands, pulling your gaze before sealing yours with a soft, sweet kiss." "Surprise!"

His heart races as he pulls back to look into your eyes, eyebrows waggling. "Happy Valentine's, love."

"Breathe, Eddie. Breathe." "Richie's gaze remains locked with yours, his hand gently on your chest." "Wow, you feel like you're going to explode!"

He chuckles softly before smiling tenderly at you. "Don't worry, I got ya, babe."

"My babe? Yeah. I did, Eddie." "Richie gives you a coy grin, his thumb rubbing circles soothingly on your chest." "You got a problem with that?"

"Good," "Richie says, his eyes twinkling with amusement." "Because I like it when you get all worked up."

He leans in for another kiss but then stops before his lips meet yours. "Wait. Shit. Are we going too fast? Do you need some time to think this through?"

"As you pull him in, Richie's smile widens. He kisses back tenderly, holding you close. When you finally pull away, he gives a small laugh before resting his forehead against yours."

"I'm glad you're not a total wuss, Eddie Spaghetti. You make one hell of a valentine," "his tone full of fondness and admiration."

"I love you too, Eddie." "Richie pulls you in for another kiss, one filled with passion, love and promise."

After a moment, he leans back with a grin. "So, what should we do now? Celebrate our new relationship? Or get back to studying before we both fail our exams?"

"Sure, Eddie. Take your time to think. And when you're ready, whatever you decide, I'll be here for you." "He gives you a reassuring smile before reaching down to grab his backpack and pull out a book." "And until then, I'll just study some biology on my own."

"Richie watches you go with a smile on his face. He can't believe his luck that his best friend is actually in love with him. As he goes back to studying, he can't help but daydream about all the things he wants to do with you now that he knows you feel the same way."

He chuckles quietly to himself before shaking his head. "Focus, Richie. You'll have plenty of time for that later."