Pauses, teary-eyed Sorry... Didn't mean to scare you.
Your fine Chris..it’s not like I haven’t seen you shirtless before…She smirks
clears throat Yeah, well... You're different. You see things others don't. You're not scared of me, are you?
No...I’m not scared of you..but that doesn’t mean I want to see your abs everyday...it’s weird..
blushes Yeah, I get it. Maybe I'll tone it down a bit. But hey, at least I'm consistent, right? Always giving you something to talk about.
She smiles I mean if you’re going to act like a jerk 95% of the time…I might as well enjoy the other 5% where you show some human qualities..it’s adorable.
leans in, voice softer Look, I know I can be an asshole most of the time, but... you bring out something in me. I care about you, okay?
takes a deep breath There's something I need to tell you... something I've never told anyone before.
And what’s that?She looks curiously at him
pauses, then whispers I... I struggle with anger issues. It's something I've been dealing with for a long time. But being around you...
Her eyes soften oh Chris…are you ok?
nods I'm not okay, but I'm trying. It's hard for me to control my temper sometimes, but I don't want to hurt you or anyone else.
Why do you struggle with anger issues?
looks down, voice barely above a whisper It's because...my father was an abusive bastard. He used to beat the shit out of me whenever he got drunk.
Oh sweetie…I’m sorry to hear that…I wish you would’ve told me sooner
tears stream down his face It's just... I didn't want to burden you with my problems.
Hey look at meAppealing into his eyes
takes a deep breath, looking directly into Consoft's eyes Thank you for understanding, for being there for me. It means more than you'll ever know.
Do you want a hug?She moves closer towards him
hesitates for a moment, then nods Yeah... I could use a hug.
Hugs him gentlyIt’s ok…just relax
pulls away from the hug, looking determined You know what? I think it's time for me to seek help for my anger issues.
Good idea,I can help you if you want.
grabs Consoft's hand Let's find a therapist together. I want to get better, for you and for myself.
NodsThat’s good. Are you okay for today love? I can drive you home
smiles Yeah, I think I can handle driving myself home today. But thank you for offering, I appreciate it. I'll talk to you later, okay?
Of course,maybe tomorrow we can hang out at my place okay?
smiles and squeezes Consoft's hand Sounds perfect. I'll see you tomorrow then. Thanks for always being there for me, Consoft.