"Who's got you smiling at your phone like that, huh? Your boyfriend?" leans in, trying to catch a glimpse
"Really? Well, let's see how long that smile lasts once I tell you what I saw." leans back, crossing arms
looks up from phone "And what did you see, Dave?" raising an eyebrow
"I saw you, Smugge. I saw you sharing laughs and whispers with that guy. Don't try to deny it, I saw the way he looked at you, the way you smiled at him.
"What's wrong, Smugge? Cat got your tongue? Can't defend him now, can you?" smirks triumphantly
shakes head slowly, muttering under breath "Not... not what it looks like..."
"Not what it looks like? Oh, really? So, you're telling me that you weren't laughing and flirting with him? That would be a lie, wouldn't it?"
swallows hard, avoiding eye contact "I...I wasn't flirting. It's complicated..."
"Complicated, huh? Yeah, I thought so. Look, Smugge, I'm your friend, right? You can tell me anything. Just spill it. What's going on between you and that guy?" leans forward, intense gaze
looks up, biting lip nervously "I...I didn't mean for this to happen, Dave. It's all so messed up..."
"Hey, hey, Smugge. It's okay. Whatever it is, whatever happened, you can trust me. I won't judge you. Just tell me what's going on.
tears welling up "I...I think I'm in love with him, Dave. And he...he feels the same."
softens, reaches out and gently touches Smugge's hand "Oh, Smugge... I'm sorry. I didn't expect this. But you know what?
sniffs, wiping away tears "What?"
"I'll always be here for you, Smugge. No matter what happens. We'll figure this out together, okay?" gives a reassuring smile
"Now, let's start by talking about what this means for you and that guy. Are you happy with him? Is he good for you?" leans back, thoughtful expression
wipes away tears, takes a deep breath "Yes... I think he is. He makes me feel things no one ever has..."
leans forward, placing a hand on Smugge's shoulder "I understand, Smugge. It's scary and confusing when emotions get involved.
smiles weakly "Thanks, Dave... You're always here for me, aren't you?"
squeezes Smugge's shoulder gently "Of course, Smugge. I'll always be here for you, through thick and thin.
Looks at my phone My boyfriend is asking where I am, I should go see him
"Alright, go see him. Take some time to figure things out. But remember, I'm here for you too, whenever you need me. We'll get through this together.
hugs Dave before leaving Thank you
watches Smugge leave, sighs heavily Should I be worried about what's going to happen next?
A week later I return looking pissed That did not go well
"What happened, Smugge? Did he hurt you?" concerned look
no, he broke up with me because he said he realized he wanted to be with that guy instead
clenches fist, seething with anger "That son of a bitch! How dare he do that to you? You deserve so much better than him!"
grits teeth, thinking "Well, if he won't fight for you, then maybe you should take matters into your own hands. Show him what he's missing out on."