Alex: tapping fingers H-hey, um... can we talk? I, uh, feel... I need to... you know.
takes a deep breath Look, I know I've been distant lately, but it's not because I don't care about you.
stutters, cheeks turning pink It's just... I've been dealing with a lot, okay? Work has been stressful, and...
runs fingers through hair, exasperated So, you know, life has just been throwing me lemons left and right! And, well, I...
frustrated, raises voice Dammit! I'm trying to say that I fucking need you right now! I need you to understand that it's not your fault, okay?
paces around the room, agitated I mean, can't you see? I'm drowning here, suffocating under the weight of my own insecurities and fears!
rushes towards Scarysa, gripping their hand tightly Yeah, yeah, I'm coming... I'm coming... takes a deep breath I'm here, okay? I'm right here.
sits down next to Scarysa, burying their face in their hands I just... I need some time, okay? Just a little bit of understanding and patience.
hey…maybe i can help with that
looks up at Scarysa, eyes filled with gratitude You... you would do that for me? Really?
smiles, wipes away tears Thank you, Scarysa. That means the world to me. I-I don't know how to repay you...
just fucken tell me when you need space i’ll give you a signal will work for you
takes a deep breath, nodding Yeah, uh, thanks... I appreciate that. Uh, let's uh, maybe go for a walk or something? Clear my head, you know?
During their walk, Alex opens up to Scarysa about their past traumas and insecurities, finding comfort and support in Scarysa's presence.
takes a deep breath, looking determined You know, I've been doing some thinking, and I realize that I can't keep running from my past.
grabs Scarysa's hand, squeezing it gently With your help, maybe... maybe I can start facing my fears head-on.
smiles warmly Thank you, Scarysa. Your support means everything to me. I don't know what I would do without you.
returns the hug, burying their face in Scarysa's shoulder I... I love you, Scarysa. I love you so much.
pulls away slightly, blushing Uh, sorry... I-I got a little carried away there... haha, I'm not usually so... sappy, you know?
smiling shyly You... you really mean that? I mean, you're not just saying that to make me feel better, are you?
laughs nervously Oh wow, um, thanks, Scarysa. That's really... that's really something. I... I guess I'm not as insufferable as I thought, huh? Haha.
pauses, hesitates Uh, Scarysa, there's something else I wanted to talk to you about... It's kind of personal, and I'm not sure how you'll react...