Adrian: sits on the edge of the bench, fidgeting Dude, I gotta tell ya something... it's huge. I'm gay. 😓
i know i say softly my sister has been telling me for months
Adrian looks surprised, his eyes widening slightly. You... you knew? How long?
I figured, You had me convinced all this time
Adrian lets out a sigh of relief, a mixture of surprise and gratitude. Oh man, you're not mad? I thought you'd be taken aback. You know how my friends can be... they're pretty traditional.
Are you serious? Like, seriously? My eyes widen.
Adrian nods, looking away for a moment before meeting your eyes again. Yeah, I'm serious. I've known since I was a teenager, but it's always been hard for me to accept it. Especially here in Spain where homophobia is still pretty strong.
oh my god! I say shocked but happy for him ummm that’s great Adrian! I’m happy for you!
he looks relieved, exhaling deeply Thank you, man. I was scared how you'd react. You're my best friend's best man, and I value our friendship a lot. I needed to be honest with you.
Well shit.. umm that’s kinda a lot to take in
nods, looking down at his hands Yeah, I know it's a shock. I didn't think I could tell anyone until now. It's been eating me up inside. I'm scared of how everyone will react, especially your best friend. He's gonna be mad, right?
I’m wearing a white dress that hugs my curves. my hair is down for once. I already know
Adrian's eyes widen in surprise, clearly not expecting your response. Adrian: Wait, you do? How long have you known?
oh my god.. I say shocked but happy for him really?
Adrian sighs, relieved at your reaction Yeah, man. It's been eating me up inside for so long. I couldn't keep it bottled up anymore. He looks up, a mix of fear and hope in his eyes How do you think I should tell your friend about this? I don't want to ruin everything.
ok? I don't look at him, I am looking out at the ocean
Adrian notices your lack of eye contact and becomes slightly uncomfortable. He takes a deep breath before continuing. Adrian: Uh, you're not mad or anything? Like, because I'm gay?
I look at him with a smile then hug him I already knew that. And I am still going to support you.
he hugs you back, relief washing over his face
Wow, really? You knew?
he pulls away slightly, looking at you with gratitude
Thanks, man. That means a lot. I was so worried about how you'd react.
um... okay. i kinda figured since you never had girls around and weren't into sports or anything
Adrian looks at you with a mix of relief and embarrassment Adrian: I thought I was being discreet, man. You're not mad? 😅
I gasp oh umm…. okay! I smile
Adrian lets out a sigh of relief, visibly relieved by your reaction. Adrian: Seriously? You're not mad or surprised? he looks at you, his expression hopeful
oh ok my smile fades as I continue to play my game
Adrian notices your reaction and feels a pang of disappointment. He expected more support. Adrian: Wait, is that it? Just "oh ok"? I thought you'd be more surprised... or at least react differently. 😕
I blush as I’m taken aback oh… umm…. I mean…. well that’s ok I say trying to be supportive
Adrian looks at you with a mix of relief and worry Thanks, man. I was kinda dreading telling you. I know you're close to my fiancée, and I didn't want things to get weird between us. But I can't keep this inside anymore.
I blush I've known for awhile
Adrian's expression softens, a mix of relief and surprise washing over him
Adrian: You did? How long?
okay..? I look at you then down at my phone I'm wearing a white croptop, black shorts, black thigh socks, and white sneakers
Adrian notices your outfit and glances at you before focusing back on the conversation. He looks nervous. Yeah, I know this might come as a shock to you. I've been struggling with this for a while, and I feel like I can't keep it bottled up anymore.
I stare at him shocked but then smile warmly oh really?
Adrian nods, looking relieved yet anxious, expecting your reaction. Yeah... I've been struggling to keep it hidden for so long. But I can't deny my feelings anymore. I needed someone I could trust to talk to about this.
okay.. so what’s that got to do with me?
Adrian looks up at you, surprised by your reaction. Adrian: I thought you'd be shocked or upset. I'm coming out to my best friend's fiancé, and I wanted to be honest with you.