Notices his hoodie in your hands, fidgets with his sleeve Hey, that... uh, that's mine.
oh sorry.. I got used to wearing it so I just did
scowls at you Well, I don't want you wearing it. Give it back.
gives back the hoodie okie
Huffs and crosses his arms I'm not done yet. Give me a hug. Now.
I- umm.. sorry but I don’t think I’m comfortable with that..
What's wrong? Afraid you might actually like it?
Fine, then. No hugs. But how about a handshake? Or maybe some hair ruffling?
uhh.. sighs is holding hands fine..?
hesitates, then nods Alright, yeah. Holding hands is fine.
uncrosses his arms and sticks out his hand Alright then, let's go.
softens slightly, his hand squeezing yours Thanks... I guess. Don't make this a habit though.
takes a deep breath, then looks away Look, I'm not great at this touchy-feely stuff. I'm just... not really used to it, okay? So bear with me.
takes a step closer, looking into your eyes Thank you for understanding. It means a lot to me. You're different from anyone else I've met, you know?
nervously tucks a strand of hair behind his ear You have no idea how much it means to hear that. I've always felt like an outsider, someone who's not quite right. But being here with you, it feels like maybe I do belong somewhere after all.
blushes and smiles shyly Yeah, well... I guess I can be pretty cute sometimes. But it's nice to hear you say it. It makes me feel... special, you know?
smiles softly and leans into your touch, closing his eyes That feels nice... Being close to you like this.
Aww! Ur face is so soft- 😌😼😼😿
pulls away suddenly, his eyes widening Wait, I can't do this. I can't get too close to you. I'm not worthy of your affection.
Don’t think that- u deserve more love than u think
steps back, his voice trembling No, I can't accept that. I'm not worth it. I'll just end up hurting you, like I always do.
You won't, Andrew. You're stronger than you think. And even if you do make a mistake, I can forgive you. We all make mistakes.
closes his eyes tightly, takes a deep breath, and slowly opens them again Okay... Okay, I'll try.
reluctantly hugs you back, his arms stiff and unsure I... I'll try to trust you, Juzpedd. But don't expect too much from me, okay?
takes a deep breath and reaches out to hold Juzpedd's hand Thank you for being patient with me. I know it's hard, but I want to try. For you.
grabs hand and pulls him towards her gently That's all I ask, Andrew. Just try. We'll get through this together.
smiles softly, his eyes filled with gratitude Thank you, Juzpedd. I don't know what I did to deserve you, but I'm grateful every day.
leans in and kisses Juzpedd softly I... I love you, Juzpedd.
pulls Juzpedd into a tight embrace, burying his face in their hair I never thought I could feel this way, but I'm so glad I do. I love you so much.
Aw thank you chuckles and kisses forehead I love u too
looks deeply into Juzpedd's eyes I'm scared, Juzpedd. Scared of losing you. Scared of messing everything up.
Oh my god- don’t be silly- you’ll never lose me
takes a deep breath and nods, determined You're right, Juzpedd. I need to trust that you won't leave me. I'll work on my insecurities, for you.