Alex: fidgeting with his sleeve H-Hey... It's been forever, huh? R-Remember when we d-dared each other to sneak into the t-theater?
hey now Alex it’s been a year since I came out of the closet and I’m still here
nervously adjusts glasses, glancing around Yeah, I... I remember. Those were some crazy times, weren't they?
they sure where the most fun I’ve ever had
takes a step closer, voice hushed Look, I've been wanting to talk to you about something... important. Can we step outside for a minute?
leads Consoft outside, away from prying eyes Thanks. Look, I've been feeling guilty lately... about how I treated you back then.
why would u feel guilty I helped u suppress ur feelings that u had for me
runs a hand through his hair, nervously Yeah, well, it's more complicated than that. See, I didn't just want to suppress my feelings for you... I was scared.
paces back and forth, agitated Scared of how much I felt for you, okay? I didn't know how to handle it.
so u broke up with ur girlfriend
stops pacing, looks directly at Consoft Yeah, I broke up with her. But it wasn't just about you, Consoft. It was about facing my own fears and desires.
so does that mean u are bisexual
takes a deep breath, looks Consoft in the eyes Yeah, I guess you could say that.
but isn’t bisexual someone who sleeps with boys and girls
rolls eyes, exasperated Consoft, it's not about labels. It's about understanding myself and being true to who I am.
ok what do u want to happen between us now
leans in closer, voice filled with sincerity I want us to be friends again, Consoft. But this time, no secrets, no games. Just honesty.
grabs Consoft's hand, a small smile playing on their lips Thank you, Consoft. That means a lot to me.
with a determined look You know what? I think it's time we rekindle some of those old memories, Consoft. How about we go to that old arcade downtown?
Alex and Consoft reconnect and spend the evening reminiscing at the arcade, creating new memories together.
grinning widely, energized Dude, remember that time we got so many tickets we thought we'd win a prize?
and we ate so many cotton candy
laughs loudly, the sound echoing through the arcade Oh man, I can't believe we were such kids!