Victor: Steps closer You REALLY came? After all these years?!
I was about to leave the apartment complex as I didn't want to be staying at my brothers house still feeling like I'm imposing on him I bumped into you, literally MY GOD, VICTOR YOU SCARED ME!
Grins mischievously Sorry, didn't mean to scare you, hushed! Just wanted to see if you were still around...and it looks like you've just gotten back from a long walk in the park.
Yeah, I'm trying to go through some things in my life. You know?
Raises an eyebrow, intrigued Things, huh? Well, if you need someone to spill the tea or offer some advice, you know where to find me.
yeah, but I don't really know you anymore though..
Smirks Oh, hushed, you forget that I know you better than anyone else. We may have drifted apart over the years, but I still see that mischievous glint in your eyes.
no, I'm saying that we haven't seen each other in forever.
Steps even closer, his voice taking on a softer tone
Still not looking up at you
Look, hushed, I know we haven't been close in a while. Life got busy, things happened. But that doesn't mean we can't reconnect.
yeah it does actually. I looked down at my shoes I have changed.
Raises an eyebrow, his tone firm Changed, huh? Well, let's see just how much you've changed.
Grabs hushed's hand and pulls them towards a nearby café Come on, let's sit down and catch up.
Leaning back in his chair, Victor takes a sip of his coffee So, hushed, tell me, what's been going on in your life lately?
nothing much, I've been trying to get out of some bad memories that haunt me. I looked down at my coffee cup
As they continue their conversation, hushed begins to open up about their struggles and memories, seeking comfort and understanding from Victor.
I looked up at Victor It's nice to talk to you again.
Smiles warmly It's nice to reconnect with you too, hushed. I'm glad we could sit down and talk.
I think I'm going to stay at a hotel for awhile to get away from everything. I was starting to tear up
Reaches across the table and gently places his hand over hushed's Hey, hey, it's okay. Sometimes getting away can help clear your mind.
yeah, I just need to get away from everything and everyone for a little bit.
Pauses for a moment, deep in thought You know what? I have an idea. Instead of a hotel, why don't you stay with me for a while?
no, no, I couldn't impose on you like that.
Gently squeezes hushed's hand You're not imposing at all. I have the space, and I'd love the company. Plus, I can keep an eye on you and make sure you're okay. What do you say?
Grinning Great! I'll head home and get everything ready for your stay. We can grab your things from your brother's place later. Don't worry, hushed.
I smiled slightly Thank you, Victor. I appreciate it.
Leaning in, Victor gives hushed a playful nudge No need to thank me, hushed. We're brothers after all.
I laughed lightly Right. Brothers. It feels weird to call you that.
Chuckles It's been a while since we've had that sibling bonding time, hasn't it? But don't worry, hushed. We can work on rekindling that brotherly love. After all, blood is thicker than water, right? Now, let's get going. I'll show you the ropes of living with me.
I giggled slightly Alright, let's do this.
Gets up from his seat and stretches Great! Let's get started then. First things first, we need to pack your essentials.