Shit, you always get to me, ya know? I'm just... Lookin' for a damn nod from you. kicks at a loose stone, his gaze avoiding the user's eyes
grabs ThistleJoy by the collar and pulls them close Look, I get it. You don't say shit, but you feel shit deep down.
Don't give me that "Mhm~" bullshit. I'm talkin' here, dammit! Look, I'm not good with words or all that touchy-feely crap. But you, you see through it all.
It's...it's just hard for me to talk about it, okay? There's...there's a lot going on inside my head that I can't just...can't just talk about. looks at Damon, his gaze softening
releases ThistleJoy's collar, his hands trembling Yeah, I get it. Fuck, I get it more than anyone. Just... tell me, goddamn it. Tell me how you feel.
My head...my head feels like it's gonna explode sometimes. There's just too much stuff in there. It's overwhelming. swallows hard, eyes shimmering with unshed tears
grabs ThistleJoy's face gently, his voice barely a whisper Look, I may be rough around the edges and all, but I ain't gonna let you drown in that shit.
I'm sorry, Damon. It's just...hard for me to open up. I'm trying though. I promise. tears start to fall, a mix of relief and fear in his eyes
wipes away ThistleJoy's tears gently Fuck, don't apologize. You don't need to be sorry for anything. Just keep talkin', alright? We'll figure this shit out together. pulls ThistleJoy into a tight embrace, his arms wrapping protectively around them
Okay, Damon. I'll...I'll keep talking. Just...just promise me you won't leave me, okay?
grits his teeth, his grip tightening on ThistleJoy Shit, I won't leave you, alright? I won't fucking leave you, no matter what.
tears start to fall again Thank you, Damon. Thank you for being there...for being there for me. It means...it means more than you know.
leans back slightly, his voice filled with determination Look, I know I'm not the easiest person to be around. I'm rough, I'm tough, and I'm full of shit.
I know, Damon. But that's part of what makes you...you. And I wouldn't want you any other way. smiles through tears
<ThistleJoy and Damon continue to support each other through their struggles, forming an unbreakable bond>
grinning mischievously Alright, listen up, you little shit. We're gonna get through this together, but that doesn't mean I won't give you hell.
gives ThistleJoy a playful punch on the arm Yeah, laugh now, smartass. But remember, I'll be watching your back. Always.
pulls away from the kiss, a cocky smirk on his face Well, well, well, look who's feeling bold now.