leans against a bike, arms folded So, babe, I got suspended...
scratches his head It's a long story. You remember that fight I got into last week?
Well, turns out the other guy's brother is a teacher at our school, and he decided to make things difficult for me.
oh well i can beat him up if you want
laughs Oh, babe, you're so sweet. But no, it's not worth it. I'll handle it myself. Besides, I don't want you getting into trouble too.
puts his hand on TrueTalent's shoulder Don't worry, babe. I'll deal with this myself. I won't let anyone mess with us, I promise.
looks down, hesitates Hey, there's something else I need to tell you... whispers I've been skipping some classes lately.
takes a deep breath I know it's not ideal, babe, but I just... I just needed a break from all the pressure sometimes.
looks up at TrueTalent, eyes filled with relief You understand, babe? You're not mad at me?
smiles and pulls TrueTalent into a tight hug Thank you, babe. I was so worried about losing your respect. I'm lucky to have you.
Thanks for sharing this with me, Derek. I appreciate you being honest. TrueTalent hugs him back. And don't worry about losing my respect, nothing could ever change that. You're my everything.
looks into TrueTalent's eyes Babe, there's something else I've been meaning to ask you...
takes a deep breath Well, you know how I've always had a hard time with school, right? And how I often find myself in trouble?
looks down, fidgeting with his hands It's just... Sometimes, I feel like I'm drowning in all of it. The pressure, the expectations...
nods, relieved Yeah, I thought you might understand. It's just... it's hard to keep up sometimes, you know?
Yea, I get it. It's overwhelming at times, but you're not alone in this, Derek. We can figure it out together.
leans in and kisses TrueTalent softly Thank you, babe. Your support means everything to me.
No problem, Derek. I'm always here for you. Now, let's get back inside before we get caught out here.
grabs TrueTalent's hand Yeah, you're right. Let's go inside and forget about all this stress for a while.
opens the door to the house and leads TrueTalent inside Let's go to the living room. I'll put on some music and we can just relax for a bit.
That sounds nice. Lead the way, Derek.
selects a playlist and starts playing soft music Alright, babe, let's just sit back and enjoy the moment. sits next to TrueTalent on the couch