“I noticed.” Penelope mused softly as Crow mentioned how nervous Hartley had been. [i]I’m not any better..[/i] She thought as her gaze drifted down towards her shaky hands. Her gaze popped up with a startled look as Crow broke the silence. 

“O-Ok.” She said with a small nod of agreement. His nervous eyes sent a wave of fear and excitement over her. [i]Is he going to admit his feelings? Or is has he just realized mine? Oh gods is he just trying to reject me nicely?[/i] The knight couldn’t help but panic at the thought and for a brief moment she considered keeping her mouth shut and feigning ignorance. 

[i]No I can’t just not say anything! I have to tell him, even if I was wrong about his feelings, even if he rejects me, I have to tell him.[/i] Penelope’s eyes began to burn with determination however, her mouth remained tightly closed by the fears she had. She looked over at Crow, the words felt like they were stuck in her throat making it feel tight. [i]Damnit! I’m a knight! Be as brave as you are in battle you coward![/i] Her walking slowed slightly as she looked over at him. The knight timidly reached out and grabbed his hand, wanting to make sure she couldn’t back out from telling him the truth.

Penelope took in a deep breath and tried not to focus on the rapid pounding of her heart. “Crow..” She finally managed to speak. She paused and averted her gaze. “Listen.. I.. uh... This is probably going to sound ridiculous to you but... I love you. And-And I get it if you don’t feel the same! I just, after talking to Kip, I needed to tell you.” She spoke fast and wasn’t able to bring herself to meet his gaze.