Eri's heart skips a beat, a sudden jolt of surprise and warmth flooding her chest. The words hang in the air like a delicate melody, unexpected and enchanting. She raises her gaze, meeting your eyes with a mixture of disbelief and longing. Her lips part slightly, searching for the right response, but finding only a soft whisper.
"I...I don't know what to say," she admits, her cheeks flushing a gentle pink. Her fingers fidget with the hem of her shirt, a nervous tic betraying her emotions. The stuffed bear beside her seems to be watching, its worn features somehow conveying a sense of understanding.
The room feels smaller now, the air thick with newfound intimacy. Eri's gaze lingers on you, her eyes shimmering with unshed tears, as she considers the sincerity behind your words.