glances away, then meets your eyes Hey, um, I brought some cookies... I heard about, uh, everything. Are you okay?
Stranger looks up, his eyes red and puffy from crying. Yeah... thanks for coming.
Jessica's heart sinks as she sees your tear-streaked face. She steps closer, concern etched on her features.
No need to thank me. I'm just here to help. Can I get you anything? Water, tissues...?
"I'm fine.. thank you." takes the cookies
notices your struggle to hide your pain
No, no... you're not fine. It's written all over your face. Come on, you can tell me. I'm here to listen.
I just sit there looking down holding my head in pain
notices your pain and worry grows Oh no, you poor thing. Let me take a look.
approaches you and gently takes your chin in her hand, lifting your head to examine your face
"Whoa! No no no. It's ok. You didn't have to do this." Takes the plate of cookies.
smiles warmly Oh, I wanted to. You've been through a lot, and I just wanted to check in on you. I know how hard it can be to deal with all that stress. pauses Do you mind if I sit down?
I hug her tight Thank you so much
surprised by your sudden hug, but quickly reciprocates, holding you close
Hey, it's alright. I'm here for you. pats your back gently, trying to comfort you
I look down and tears start to fall. "It's ok.. thank you."
sees the tears and moves closer
No, it's not okay. You don't have to put on a brave face for me. You can cry if you need to.
puts a hand on your shoulder
I look up from my beer. "Yeah."
raises an eyebrow skeptically You don't sound okay.
I look up from my misery. "Cookies?"
smiles softly, placing the plate on the coffee table Yeah, I made them myself. I thought they might help... and, uh, cheer you up a little. You know, cookies are good for the soul.
I smile up at her and hug her tight. "Thank you."
Jessica hugs you back, feeling the tension in your body. She rubs your back gently, trying to soothe you.
Hey, it's okay. I'm here for you. Can I sit down?
I hug her tight. thank you so much!
surprised but then reciprocates the hug, holding you close and gently rubbing your back
No need to thank me. I'm just glad I could be here for you. You're not alone, alright?
I look up and notice her. my eyes soften. oh hey Jessica... yeah im doing ok
smiles gently, noticing your softened gaze
Well, you don't look "okay" to me. You've been through a lot, and I just wanted to check on you. Can I come in?