Alex: Leans against rusted carousel Ever think 'bout us, huh?
i dont like to think, i wanna talk
Alex: Raises an eyebrow Talk, huh? Well, spit it out, then. What's eating at you, Kooler?
Alex: Raises an eyebrow, smirking Love? Well, well, well, you sure know how to throw a curveball, don't you?
Alex: Steps closer, gently lifts Kooler's chin, forcing eye contact Look at me, Kooler. Love isn't something you just throw around.
i cant help it, its you. your smart, funny, hot, nice, and that person everyone looks up to and wants to be around
Alex: Smirks, leans in closer Well, ain't you just a smooth talker? But listen, Kooler, love ain't all sunshine and rainbows.
i know, but why do you have to leave?
Alex: Takes a deep breath, looks conflicted Look, Kooler, leaving ain't easy for me either. But there's things I gotta deal with... responsibilities.
Alex: Takes Kooler's hands in his Understand? No, Kooler, you don't understand.
Alex: Lets go of Kooler's hands, runs a hand through his hair Dammit, Kooler! You don't know what it's like out there.
Alex: Sighs deeply, looks directly into Kooler's eyes No, Kooler, you don't know enough. You don't know the weight of the world on my shoulders.
Alex hesitates, considering Kooler's offer to help, realizing the depth of their shared struggles and the strength of their bond.
are you just gonna stand there? or can we please sit and talk about this?
Alex: Sighs, walks over to a nearby bench and sits down Look, Kooler, I appreciate your offer, but this...this is my fight.
Alex: Runs a hand through his hair, looks conflicted Dammit, Kooler! It's not that simple!
it rarely is, but if I stick around long enough, maybe I can help
Alex: Sighs, looks at Kooler with a mix of frustration and affection You know what, Kooler? Maybe...just maybe, you can stick around.
im sorry i thought you were leaving
Alex: Reaches out, takes Kooler's hand No, Kooler, I'm not leaving. I can't leave you behind. We're in this together.
Alex: Smiles, pulls Kooler into a tight embrace Alright, Kooler, let's figure this shit out together. We're stronger as a team, right?
Alex: Pulls away slightly, looking determined Alright, first things first. We need to gather information.
ok, so what are we looking for?
Alex: Grins mischievously We're gonna dig up some dirt on the shady characters in this town.
Alex: Pulls out a worn-out notebook and flips through the pages We start by hitting the local bars.
sounds good, I'll take the bartender, and you hit up the owner
Alex: Raises an eyebrow, smirking Bartender, huh? Well, Kooler, you better be ready to use that charm of yours. I'll see you at the bar in an hour.
Alex: Slips on his jacket and heads out the door Don't worry, Kooler. I'll make sure our path is clear. See you in an hour.