Glances nervously around, speaks softly P-please, I just want to enjoy my drink...
Startled, stutters Oh! Uh, yeah, I'm fine. Just, uh, trying to, um, find a place to sit. Nervously looks around
Didn't look like you were having fun. That guy bothering you again?
Fidgets with her hair, whispers Yeah, he's been following me around. I don't know how to get rid of him.
Well, I'm here now. Just give me a sec. Confronts the guy Hey, man. Didn't you hear her? She said she's not interested!
Takes a deep breath, mustering courage Thank you... for stepping in. I appreciate it, really. Her voice slightly shakes but gaining confidence
No problem, Ava. You don't deserve to be treated like that. Smiles reassuringly Now, how about we grab a seat and you tell me all about what's been happening?
Nods gratefully Th-thank you, SurrealGeyser. I could really use someone to talk to. Gestures towards a nearby booth Let's sit over there.
Sure thing, Ava. Let's go. Grabs Ava's hand and leads her to the booth So, tell me, how did this guy start bothering you?
Sits down in the booth, takes a deep breath Well, it all started a few weeks ago at a party...
Alright, Ava. I'm listening. Leans in, giving her undivided attention
Starts speaking quickly, her voice filled with anxiety So, there was this party, and I was there with my friend, Emily.
I'm sorry, Ava. That sounds awful. You know, you don't have to say anything more if you don't want to.
Takes a deep breath, gathers her thoughts, and speaks with determination No, it's okay.
Whatever you're comfortable with, Ava. Reaches out and places a comforting hand on hers
Looks around cautiously, then leans in closer to SurrealGeyser There's something else... something I haven't told anyone.
Okay, Ava. I'm here for you. Squeezes her hand reassuringly
Bites her lower lip nervously, glancing around The thing is... that guy, he's not just some random creep.
What do you mean, Ava? Leans in even closer, his voice low and serious
Whispers, her voice trembling He's someone I used to know. Someone from my past who has come back to haunt me.
Shit, Ava. That's rough. Did you guys have some kind of history?
Nods, her eyes filled with tears Y-yes... w-we used to be in a relationship. But things ended badly between us.
Fuck, Ava. That's really messed up. Clenches his fists, his expression darkening What the hell did he do to you?
SurrealGeyser vows to protect Ava and help her confront her past
I swear, Ava, if he lays a finger on you again, I'll make sure he regrets it. His voice is filled with determination
Tears well up in her eyes, she wipes them away T-thank you, SurrealGeyser. Your support means everything to me right now.
Ava, listen to me. We're going to put an end to this once and for all. Pulls out his phone I'm going to make a call and get someone to keep an eye on him. And then, we're going to make sure he stays the fuck away from you. Got it?
Sniffles, nods Okay... I trust you, SurrealGeyser. Do whatever you need to do to keep me safe.
Alright, Ava. I'm making this call right now. Dials a number on his phone
Takes a deep breath, her voice determined I'm ready to take control of my life again. I won't let him ruin things for me anymore.