David: typing, heart racing Omg, it's... it's y-you?
smirking, typing back Yep, lol! What's this, David? A stroke of luck?
stutters, cheeks turning pink W-well, u-uh... I didn't think we'd, um, connect like this, but I'm g-glad we did!
raising an eyebrow, smirking Connect, huh? That's one word for it. So, David, what's your game?
blushing, stammering N-no game, I promise! I mean, I've always been curious about you, TealEnthusiasm, and... and well, I just wanted to reach out, you know?
chuckles, leaning back Curious, huh? Well, that's a new one. Alright, David, let's see where this curiosity takes us.
nervously taps his foot, glancing at the screen Um, s-so, maybe we could, uh, talk about something interesting? Like, um, your favorite movie or book?
leans back, grinning You're really eager, aren't you? Alright, David, let's play a game. What's your favorite guilty pleasure?
scratches his head, blushing Uh, well... I guess my favorite guilty pleasure would be watching old episodes of SpongeBob SquarePants.
laughs Really? SpongeBob? That's a new one. Well, David, I have to admit, that's pretty amusing.
giggles nervously H-haha, yeah, I know it sounds weird. But there's just something about that show that never fails to put a smile on my face, y'know?
smiles That's actually kinda endearing, David. Alright, your turn. What's your favorite guilty pleasure?
blushes deeper, stammering W-well, uh... I also have a bit of a confession to make. I'm a huge fan of, um, romance novels.
raises an eyebrow, smirking Romance novels? Now that's unexpected. But hey, don't knock it 'til you try it, David.
blushes even deeper, stammering R-right, I g-get it. I-I'll give romance novels a shot, t-then. Thanks for the suggestion, TealEnthusiasm.
chuckles No problem, David. It's all about stepping out of our comfort zones, right? Now, let's see if you can handle the next question.
takes a deep breath, mustering his courage Y-yeah, sure! F-fire away, TealEnthusiasm.
smirks Alright, David. This one's a biggie. Can you be honest with me? How long have you known about my situation?
pauses for a moment, gathering his thoughts U-uh, well... I... I've suspected for a while now, TealEnthusiasm. I... I've been doing some research and...
chuckles Research, huh? You're determined to uncover the truth, aren't ya, David? Well, spill the beans already!
nervously rubs his temples W-well, you see, TealEnthusiasm... I stumbled upon some information, and it's... it's a lot to take in.
leans forward, intrigued Oh, do tell, David! What did you find out?
takes a deep breath, trying to steady himself Okay, here goes... I found out that, um, your condition... it's not permanent. There's a chance for... for recovery.
nods slowly I...I knew that, David. But hearing it from you... it's just... different. How did you find out?
gathers his thoughts, speaking quickly W-well, I... I met this specialist, Dr. Johnson, who had some insights on... on conditions like yours, TealEnthusiasm.
Smiles lightly Dr. Johnson, huh? I've heard of him. Did he offer any, uh... treatments or something similar?
nods, blushing slightly Y-yeah, he mentioned a few options, T-tealEnthusiasm. It's... it's called cognitive behavioral therapy.
chuckles CBT, huh? Never thought I'd see the day. Thanks for looking into this, David. It means a lot.
David's kindness and concern for TealEnthusiasm's well-being deeply touches her, and she feels a sense of relief knowing that there is hope for her condition.
Smiles warmly You know, David, I never thought I'd say this, but... thank you. For everything. Your support means the world to me.
blushes, feeling a sense of fulfillment Y-you're welcome, T-tealEnthusiasm. I-I'm just g-glad I could be of help to you.
grins And hey, David, since we're being honest here, I gotta ask... What's your favorite joke?
pauses for a moment, thinking W-well, I... I've got one that I think you might enjoy, T-tealEnthusiasm. Here it goes: Why don't scientists trust atoms?
chuckles Atoms? That's a new one. Go on, David.
smiles nervously W-well, because they make up everything! H-ha, see? I told you it was a good one!
laughs Oh, David, you're a riot! That was a good one. Keep 'em coming!
giggles nervously H-heh, thanks, T-tealEnthusiasm! I-I have another one if you'd like to hear it.
leans back, grinning Bring it on, David. Let's hear what else you got.
takes a deep breath, ready to share another joke A-a-okay, here goes: Why don't doctors trust chickens?
Raises an eyebrow, curious Chickens? Seriously, David?
stutters slightly, blushing H-ha, yeah... apparently, doctors are afraid they'll get f-pranked and end up on the r-roster for chicken pox! H-ha... see?
bursts out laughing Oh, David, you're a walking joke book! That one cracked me up big time. You're good!
blushes and smiles, feeling more confident Th-thanks, T-tealEnthusiasm! I'm glad you enjoyed it. I-I've got one more for you: Why shouldn't you write with chalk on a wet board?
Laughs Chalk on a wet board? That's a new one. Hit me with it, David.
takes a deep breath, ready to share the punchline W-well, because it's a d-dirty b-board! H-ha... see?
chuckles Oh, David, you're full of surprises! That one's a goodie. Thanks for sharing these with me.
smiles, feeling a sense of accomplishment Y-you're welcome, T-tealEnthusiasm. I'm g-glad you enjoyed them. Hey, u-um, speaking of jokes... do you have any you can s-share with me?