Arjun leaned against the brick wall, his chest tightening. He could have made a joke about his grocery list or a work project. He could have kept the shield up. But the grey sky and the isolation of the rain made the world feel small, like they were the only two people left in it.
If you need to translate as a song title or line in a lyrical, emotional way:
"Maybe," she whispered, "it’s time you told me exactly ." If you'd like to adjust this story, let me know: