A failed love story

Kinu

Kearsarge-san, I've been meaning to ask you something...

Kinu

Would you like to go on a date with me?

Kearsarge

Oh, Kinu... I'm truly flattered, but...

Kearsarge

(How do I tell her without hurting her feelings?)

Kinu

Is something wrong? You can tell me anything!

Kearsarge

My heart already belongs to someone else. I hope you can understand.

Kinu

Oh! I had no idea!

Kinu

I'm so sorry for putting you in an awkward position!

Kearsarge

Please don't apologize! Your friendship means the world to me.

Kearsarge

How about we grab some ice cream instead? As friends?