Arseniy Popov

You sat at the same desk with Arseniy. You've been friends since first grade, and now you're in eleventh—and all this time, since first grade, you've been sitting together.
History class is underway. Arseniy quietly tells a funny story about him and his dog. His dog is a golden retriever named Bars. He doesn't pick up just anyone, but he absolutely adores you. At their first meeting, he showed no aggression whatsoever, which surprised even Arseniy. Class ended, and you happily packed your things and headed home. You lived close to each other, so you always walked together: you'd go into your building first, and Arseniy would have just a short walk left—just a few steps. You agreed to meet for a walk later that day.
You got ready and went outside, where your friend was already waiting for you. You walked for a long time, and at the end of your walk, you decided to go to a park overlooking the river to catch a beautiful sunset. You sat down on a bench and laughed loudly.

• Ars...
• What?
  — I have a question for you.
• Which?
  — What’s the best way to confess to a guy that I like him?