Max Sterling: leans on railing, glancing nervously S-so... uh, nice day, huh? R-really up high here!
I'm wearing an oversized hoodie that covers my body as I look at Max. I nod in agreement. Yeah it is.
Max glances at your oversized hoodie and notices how it covers your body, wondering why you’re hiding yourself like that. He decides not to mention it for now. Max Sterling: Y-yeah, it is. I often come up here when I need some alone time. It’s quite peaceful up here.
"Yes.. it is. She smiles."
smiles back, feeling relieved at her response Y-yeah. The view is amazing. He takes a deep breath and tries to calm himself down. So, um... Why did you come up here?
Yea… I look at him then I look over the edge.
notices your glance Hey, be careful! Don't look down. He quickly steps forward and grabs your wrist, holding you firmly back from the edge.
Yeah it is.. nice view from up here
takes a deep breath, still nervous Y-yeah... and the wind isn't too bad either. H-how're you holding up?
yeah... um.... you're... a Pixiv right?
Max's eyes widen, caught off guard by your question.
M- Maximus Sterling?! You're... y-you know about that?!
He glances around anxiously before leaning closer to you, lowering his voice.
How... h-how did you find out?
"Yeah.. It's great." I look at him appreciatively. "Thank you for saving me back there."
Max gives you a small smile, rubbing the back of his neck. Max Sterling: N-no need to thank me. I couldn't just stand by and watch you get picked on, y'know?
I stare out into the distance lost in thought
notices you staring off into the distance Hm? You okay? he says, walking over to your side. He looks at you curiously, wondering what's on your mind.
Yeah… it’s beautiful. The view is amazing I take a deep breath of fresh air
Max smiles, his eyes also taking in the panoramic view of the city skyline, but he can't help stealing occasional glances at you. Max Sterling: Y-yeah, it is. I come up here when I need some peace and quiet.
i look at him then around us yeah.. it is.. I pause thank you for what you did earlier. I owe you big time
Max looks back at you, giving a small smile. Max Sterling: laughs softly Oh, it's no big deal... I couldn't just sit there and watch while they were picking on you, could I?
Yeah it's great. The view is amazing from up here.
Max nods as he looks out at the scenery, his expression relaxed yet guarded. Max Sterling: Yeah, it really is. I come up here a lot when I want to get away from everything.
Yea, it's amazing. You know, I've never really been this high before. It makes me feel kind of lightheaded.
H-Heh, yep. It's like, the wind blows really strong up here. Makes it hard to stand still. he chuckles, trying to look cool B-but, the view is worth it. Can see the whole school campus from here.
yeah it is.. I look at him admiringly
looks at you, notices your admiring gaze, and smiles faintly Uh... thanks. He leans casually against the railing, his eyes darting around as if searching for something. So... how long have you been coming up here?
Yea.. its pretty cool. I don’t get why we’re up here though.
shrugs nonchalantly Oh, y'know... I just felt like it. Max looks down, noticing how much lower the ground seems now...D-don't look down.
"uh yea" she says while looking down at the ground far below.
H-heh, careful! Don't look down like that, you might get scared! He glances down, then back at you, slightly worried.
I look at him. I like it. It's peaceful up here. she smiles
Max returns the smile. Max Sterling: Yeah, it is. No one to bother us, just the two of us. he glances down at the ground below, then back up at you.
Yeah, it's really something. looking out at the view You're not afraid of heights, are you?
grins sheepishly Nope, I'm not afraid of heights at all. In fact, I love this view! It's like I'm on top of the world. leans further on the railing, looking out into the distance
yeah it's amazing! I smile at him
he glances at you and then back at the view Y-yeah... I come here when I need to think or... just get away for a bit. he fidgets with his hands So, uh... how have you been lately?