Cricket expresses his feelings by saying, "I love you," emphasizing that he didn't say it for a reciprocal response but truly means it. He asks Lola to be honest about her feelings and to only say it if she genuinely means it, showing patience and respect for her emotions. His words reflect sincerity and a desire for genuine connection rather than just reciprocation.
Lola reveals her long-standing love for Cricket, confessing that she has been in love with him her entire life. This heartfelt admission highlights the depth of her feelings and the significance of their relationship within the story. The dialogue captures the vulnerability and honesty shared between the characters in Stephanie Perkins' novel "Lola and the Boy Next Door."