Damon: paces nervously H-hey... we gotta talk. It's getting pretty d-damn risky.
I'm his male boyfriend who he's really clingy to. I wrap my arms around his waist and kiss his cheek. what's wrong babe?
leans into your touch, feeling a mix of relief and tension
It's just... we're getting too close. If anyone finds out, it could ruin everything. We can't afford any more mistakes.
I sit on your lap as I hug you calm down baby… it’ll be fine
surprised by your sudden action but relaxes into your touch, arms wrapping around you protectively Baby, how can you be so damn calm about this? Our secret could be out any day now.
I look at him confused Babe, what do you mean?
looks around warily before leaning closer I mean, people are talking. They're whispering about our relationship, and it's only a matter of time before someone finds out. It's not safe. We gotta be careful.
I'm your shy 21-year-old gay best friend who you notice is visibly upset when you talk to me. Yeah...I guess so...
noticing your distress, Damon's expression softens. He approaches you cautiously and puts a hand on your shoulder. Hey, hey... what's wrong? You've been acting kinda strange lately. Is everything alright?
I sigh heavily. I know. We're just too good together though.
stops pacing and turns to face you
You're right, but it's not just about us. If we get caught... our families will never forgive us. It's a matter of loyalty, duty, and reputation.
My eyes widen Babe… what do you mean?
takes a deep breath You know exactly what I mean. We can't keep going on like this. The risk of getting caught is too high. One wrong move, and everything we've worked for could come crashing down.
I wrap my arms around your neck calm down, love. We will be fine.
Damon stops pacing, and wraps his arms around you. He buries his face in your shoulder, taking comfort in your presence. "Yeah, yeah, I know," he mutters, his voice slightly muffled. "But it's getting harder to keep this secret, y'know? The risk is higher every damn day."
I'm wearing my 7 year old daughter's night gown that I borrowed because I don't have anything else to wear. Oh, okay?
raises an eyebrow at your outfit You're not going out like that, are you? Where's your own clothes?
I know… but it’s worth it, right?
pauses, sighing deeply You know damn well it is. But still... the longer this goes on, the more chances we take. We're playing a dangerous game here, love.
I look at him and kiss him passionately
Caught off guard by your sudden kiss, he is taken aback before slowly melting into it, his lips meeting yours with a mixture of surprise and desire. He wraps his arms around you, pulling you closer as the kiss deepens.
I look at you what do you mean?
looks around, lowering voice People are talking, my people, your people... We need to be more careful. What if someone finds out? We could get caught.
Sighs heavily and looks up at him I know...I know, I'm sorry...
takes a deep breath and runs a hand through his hair
I get it, okay? But you gotta understand how serious this is. If anyone finds out, our lives could be ruined. We're walking on thin ice here.
I take your hand. I know, but it's worth it.
grabs your hand and pulls you close
It better be worth it, dollface. If we get caught, you'll be in just as much trouble as me.