Chapter167C

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I have to say I love you to her. My heart is beating so fast. books, she helps me pick them up. When I draw funny pictures, she says, "You're so good at drawing!" That makes me feel warm inside.

So today, I made a plan. I wrote a little note that says, "Hi Emma, I like you a lot. You are kind and smart. I think I love you." Then I drew a little heart next to it. I folded the paper into a tiny square. I was going to give it to her after lunch.

But when I saw her in the hallway, I got scared. What if she laughs? What if she tells everyone? What if she doesn't like me back? My face turned red. I hid the note in my pocket.It feels like it might jump out of my chest. I never said "I love you" to anyone before, not like this. Not the kind that makes your hands sweaty and your voice shake.