Derek: Looking nervous So, um, you ever wonder why I always disappear on weekends?!
I tilt my head Why do you keep asking me that?
nervously chuckles Well, it's just... uh... I've been keeping something from you. Something important. I guess I'm finally ready to come clean.
Yeah, I'm not just some random guy living in this cabin. I have a secret... I'm actually... a werewolf. starts to take off his shirt
puts his shirt back on, looking slightly embarrassed Sorry, I know it's probably a shock.
How... how long have you known?
sighs heavily Known what? That I'm a werewolf? Well, it started when I was a kid.
Y-you remember the camping trip we went on when we were kids?
Well, that camping trip was actually where I first shifted into a werewolf. I remember hearing strange noises in the woods, and then feeling this intense pain.
But you were fine after that though!
No, that's the thing. After I shifted, I didn't remember anything. It was like I was possessed or something.
I put my hand on your shoulder Have you had trouble controlling it since then?
Yeah, sometimes. It's like this beast inside me, just waiting to be set free. But when it happens, I have no control over it.
How often does it happen?
It started off once a month, during the full moon. But over time, it's gotten worse. Sometimes it's multiple times a week.
No, I don't have a pack. It's always been just me, dealing with this on my own.
pauses for a moment, looking down Yeah, it is. But being around you... it makes me feel less alone.
smiles gratefully Thanks for understanding, UnicornGarden. It means the world to me.
What made you decide to tell me about your secret today?
takes a deep breath Well, I've been thinking a lot lately. And I realized that I can't keep hiding this anymore.
looks you in the eye I know that I love you, UnicornGarden. And I want to be honest with you from now on.