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Panel 1: Scene – The three of them, Lila, Theo, and Kai, walk through the park together. The sun is shining, and there's a light breeze. It feels like an ordinary outing, but something is off...
Lila (thinking): Why does it feel like I'm caught in the middle of something?
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Panel 2: Theo grins playfully at Lila, his usual charm shining through. He nudges her gently with his elbow.
Theo (grinning): "So, Lila... Are you going to admit it yet? You know, that I'm the most fun guy to hang out with?"
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Panel 3: Lila laughs, shaking her head, but there's a glint in her eyes. She enjoys the playful banter, but she can feel Kai's eyes on them.
Lila (teasing): "Oh really? You're starting to sound like you're trying too hard, Theo."
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Panel 4: Kai, who had been walking a few steps behind, suddenly steps forward and ruffles Lila's hair. He smirks at Theo, clearly challenging him.
Kai (smirking): "Actually, I think I'm the one who makes hanging out fun. What do you think, Lila?" He flashes her a wink.
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Panel 5: Lila feels the spark of tension between the two. They're both trying so hard to one-up each other. She rolls her eyes but secretly enjoys their attention.
Lila (thinking): Why do they always try to outdo each other? This is... actually kinda fun to watch.
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Panel 6: Theo looks at Kai with narrowed eyes, but he smiles sweetly at Lila. He leans in a little closer, not missing a chance to flirt.
Theo (teasing): "Don't listen to him, Lila. He just wants to be the center of attention. But we both know who's the better company, right?" He winks at her.
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Panel 7: Kai crosses his arms, clearly pretending to be annoyed but still smiling. He's not going to let Theo have the upper hand, and his eyes lock with Lila's with a playful challenge.
Kai (challenging): "Is that so? You really think he's better? Or are you just saying that because he's your 'old friend'?" Kai's grin widens, clearly teasing her.
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Panel 8: Lila's heart skips a beat, caught in the tension. She looks between them, clearly amused but unsure of what to say next. The flirting feels natural, but it also feels like something more.
Lila (thinking): They both... act like they're the best for me. I don't know who's joking anymore.
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Panel 9: As the three of them sit on a park bench, eating ice cream, Theo leans closer to Lila and offers her a bite of his cone. His eyes twinkle with mischief.
Theo (grinning): "Come on, Lila. Don't you want to try my special flavor? I promise it's way better than Kai's vanilla."
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Panel 10: Kai laughs, taking a bite of his own cone, and flicks a little ice cream at Theo. He then turns to Lila, clearly trying to outshine Theo with a charming smile.
Kai (teasing): "Vanilla is classic, you know. It's a timeless choice. Not to mention, I've got a few more tricks up my sleeve." He winks at her again.
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Panel 11: Lila giggles at their antics, trying to hide how she's enjoying the attention. They're acting like children, but it's fun. She feels torn, both wanting to enjoy the moment and wishing they would take things a little more seriously.
Lila (playful, to both of them): "You two are impossible. I'm just trying to enjoy my ice cream without all this competition."
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Panel 12: Theo leans back, looking satisfied with his playful victory. But then, he catches a glimpse of Kai smiling at Lila, and suddenly, his mood shifts. There's something about the way Kai looks at her that bothers him. His hand tightens around his ice cream cone, but he says nothing.
Theo (thought bubble): "Huh, that crazy idiot wants to win my childhood friend".
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Panel 13: Kai notices Theo's change in demeanor and smiles to himself, knowing that he's gotten under Theo's skin. He looks at Lila one last time with a soft smile.
Kai (softly, to Lila): "You know... If you ever get tired of hanging out with us, I'll always be around to give you a better time." He says it teasingly, but there's something more sincere in his eyes.
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Panel 14: Lila smiles at Kai's words but turns to Theo, who is watching him closely. She senses the tension between them. It's more than just friendly competition now.
Lila (thinking): They're both so different, but... they both care about me.
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Panel 15: As they continue to walk, Lila feels the weight of both their attention on her. She smiles, but inside, she's more confused than ever. Both Kai and Theo make her feel special, but neither one will admit what's truly in their
hearts.
Lila (thought bubble): Why does everything feel so complicated?
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End of Chapter 14.
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