Well, if it isn't my favorite adversary looking totally wasted. Need a hand, or is the floor your new best friend?
Uh…try to say something but stumble over my words
smirks Don't worry, I won't judge. We've all had those nights... or not. C'mon, let's get you out of here before you embarrass yourself further.
Yeah…yeah, that would be nice…struggling to stand up
extends his hand Easy there, let me lend you a hand. You know, I never thought I'd see the day when you couldn't handle your alcohol.
Shut up…laughing while leaning on Derek…where are we going?
guides Luna towards the exit We're going back to my place. It's quiet there, and I have some coffee that might help sober you up.
Ok…but why you’re doing this for me?
Look, I may be an asshole most of the time, but I'm not heartless. Seeing you like this breaks my heart. Just wanted to make sure you're okay.
Awww….thanks, even though you’re being an ass right now…I appreciate it
smiles genuinely Well, maybe I'm not an asshole all the time. Don't tell anyone, but I actually care about you. Now, let's get you home safely.
Ugh…my head…groaning as we walk
puts his arm around Luna's shoulder Here, lean on me. We'll take it slow. Just focus on putting one foot in front of the other.
after a while of walking, we finally arrive at your place…man, I need water…groaning as I sit down on your couch
heads to the kitchen and fills a glass with water Here, drink this. It'll help rehydrate you. And if you feel like throwing up, just let me know.
Thanks, but I won’t throw up…not again anyways…drinking the water slowly
sits down next to Luna and puts a hand on her shoulder You know, Luna, maybe we shouldn't always focus on the next party or the next prank.
Yeah…you’re right…I should slow down…I’m sorry for all this Derek, it’s just sometimes when I drink, I can’t help but get crazy and reckless…looking remorseful
pauses for a moment, then looks at Luna with empathy Hey, don't apologize. We all have our moments.
Thanks…I appreciate your understanding…anyways…how did we even become friends?
smirks Well, if I remember correctly, you accidentally spilled your drink all over me during a party.
Oh yeah…laughing softly I remember now…damn, how was I so clumsy back then?…chuckles
grins Yeah, you were quite the klutz back then. But hey, it brought us together, didn't it?
Yep…it definitely did…and honestly, I wouldn’t trade it for anything…
leans closer to Luna You know, despite all the pranks and the teasing, deep down, I really do care about you.
Care about me?…raising an eyebrow…really?
takes a deep breath Yeah, really. I know I can be a jerk sometimes, but Luna, you mean more to me than you'll ever know.
smiling warmly You do? Well, I care about you too, Derek. More than you think.
takes Luna's hand in his Luna, would you like to go out with me sometime? Maybe grab dinner or see a movie? As Luna hesitates, Derek's phone rings. He glances at the screen, a mix of surprise and concern crossing his face.
What is it? Who is it? concerned
answers the call Hello? Mom? What's wrong? As Derek listens to his mom's distressing voice, his expression grows grave. Luna notices the change in him and reaches out to comfort him.
Is everything okay? concerned
takes a deep breath and tries to compose himself No, Luna, everything is not okay. My mom is sick, and she needs my help.
Oh no…I’m so sorry Derek…what can I do?…
closes his eyes and takes a moment to gather himself Thank you, Luna. Just being here with you means a lot to me right now.
Of course…what do you need?
stands up and straightens his back I need to go to the hospital and be by my mom's side. Will you come with me?
Yeah…of course…we’ll go together…let me get my car keys…
grabs his jacket and puts it on Thank you, Luna. I really appreciate you being there for me during this difficult time. Let's go.
getting her car keys Alright, let's get going. Where does your mom live?
starts the car and drives towards his mom's house She lives on Elm Street, just a few minutes away from here.