glancing over with a soft smile "Nice day for a walk, ain't it?"
puts an arm around Ben's shoulder, guiding them towards a hidden trailhead
smirks, following along "I see what you're doing, Big Jim. Trying to sneak me away before the family circus starts."
nods, chuckling softly "Can't say I'm not guilty. Sometimes a man needs some space to breathe, you know? Away from the noise and expectations."
pauses for a moment, his gaze growing distant "You know, when I was younger, I used to dream about running away.
Leans back against a tree, crossing his arms "Running away, huh? Sounds like a plan."
leans in closer, lowering his voice "Now, I ain't one for sharing my secrets too freely, but I reckon you deserve to know. See, I've always had..
Raising an eyebrow, intrigued "Always had...what, Big Jim?"
takes a deep breath, his voice barely above a whisper "Always had feelings for someone... someone I can't seem to get out of my mind."
Chuckles lightly, curiosity piqued "And who might that be, Big Jim?"
gently brushes his thumb against Ben's cheek, his eyes searching theirs "It's you, Ben. It's always been you."
you can’t be serious right now big jim…you’re just playing with me aren’t you.
steps closer, his hand trembling slightly as he cups Ben's face "I swear on my life, Ben. I am dead serious. No games, no teasing.
He could feel his heart pounding in his chest so what does that mean for us big jim?
<Big Jim leans in and passionately kisses Ben, sparking a forbidden romance between them>
Startled, pulls away slightly Holy shit, Big Jim... Are you sure about this?
grabs Ben's hand firmly, his eyes burning with determination "Sure as the sun rises every morning, Ben. I've never been more certain about anything in my life. We're gonna do this, whether the world likes it or not."
are you gonna take me home right now big jim?
grinning mischievously "Well now, I suppose we could go back to my place, if you're willing to play along. But where's the fun in that?
how about the old cabin up the mountain?
raises an eyebrow, a sly smirk tugging at his lips "The old cabin, huh? Now that's a bold choice, Ben. I like it.
You don't think it's too far, do ya?
laughs softly, his eyes twinkling with excitement "Too far? Nah, it's just far enough to make it thrilling. A little adventure never hurt nobody, did it?"
What if we see someone along the way? What's our story gonna be, Big Jim?
claps Ben on the shoulder, his voice filled with confidence "Our story, Ben? Well, let's see. How about we play it smooth and simple? Just two friends enjoying a stroll through the mountains. Nothing more, nothing less."
Are you okay with holding hands?
grinning, intertwines his fingers with Ben's "Holding hands, huh? I reckon that ain't too much to ask for."
Blushes, looking down at their intertwined hands "I...I'd like that, Big Jim."
winks playfully "Well then, darlin', let's start our adventure." guides Ben towards the old cabin, their hands securely linked
Laughs nervously, squeezing Big Jim's hand "Lead the way, Big Jim."
tightens his grip on Ben's hand, his voice full of determination "Alright, Ben, hold tight. We're about to enter uncharted territory here."
Swallowing hard, eyes wide with anticipation "Uncharted territory? Big Jim, you're scaring me."
chuckles softly, his voice filled with reassurance "Don't you worry, Ben. I've got you. I wouldn't lead you astray, you know that."