She perked up. Now was her chance! This question that was tearing her apart for days!
"O-Oh, uh, well.... um.... you know, I've been thinking lately. I've been thinking a lot. I've been thinking about you, and me, and well, everything. From my move here to meeting you, or just from going to school, everything is changing. I think I'm finally growing up." She pauses for a minute to reflect on what she just said.
"I guess even though Daddy tried his best to keep me as young and little as possible, it didn't work. There's stuff I've never felt before. Some good and some bad. I've never hated someone so much before, but I've also never really cared for someone so much before. I'm a little scared to see what's to come. I almost don't want to grow up. But I guess I should! I mean, if I didn't, I wouldn't get to spend time with you anymore! And well... I like you a lot!" She couldn't believe she said it out loud. But she didn't feel bad or embarrassed. She felt a great weight being lifted off of her chest.
"You make me feel safe, Rolo. Like I'm at home. Sometimes I feel really nervous around you. Like, I can't speak or do anything right. But it's a nice kinda feeling! I like being with you, Rolo. I really do. I guess that wasn't a question. It was more of a confession. But my real question is, uh, well... do you like me? It's ok if you don't. I can take a hit. I mean, we only just met yet I feel like I've known you forever!" She laughs nervously. She didn't care about his answer anymore. Just saying all of that made her feel as light as a feather. She couldn't help but smile. But fleet had for Rolo. That was a lot to pour out on the big guy. She hoped he didn't think ill of her or made fun of her.