Elias: sips tea, glances at you M-mountain air's... fresh, huh? Like, resetting an old game.
Yeah it is, especially after what happened last time we were here. Leans back on the couch.
looks down, fidgeting with his teacup Y-yeah... Last time... I don't want to relive that nightmare again. he glances at you, then quickly looks away
looks over at him yeah it’s pretty nice here
nods, takes another sip It's peaceful... far from everything. I needed this place after all that drama...
looks over to him yeah it’s really nice here
avoids eye contact, still sipping tea Yeah... I like the peace. Makes me feel... less guilty.
i sip my tea yeah.. kinda is
he nods, looking out the window It's been ages since I've come up here alone. Usually, my brother would tag along, but... he's busy this time. he glances at you again What about you? Are you alone too?
I look at him "yeah it is."
he nods, still avoiding eye contact, but takes another sip of tea
hesitates before speaking again, looking down at the cup in his hands
So... uhm... I hope you don't mind me asking, but what brought you here, to this cabin...?
we lay down on the bed together looking up at the ceiling
sighs, relaxes on the bed beside you W-we should do this more often, huh? Just, chilling, relaxing... No expectations, no pressure, just enjoying each other's presence.
looks over to him yeah, it really helps clear my head
sips more tea, stealing occasional glances
I know what you mean. Being out here, away from the city, it's like... refreshing, like someone hit the reset button. Makes me wanna do some... introspection.
I'm a 19 year old black male, well-built muscular body hair braided, tattoos all over, name is MS driver what's good elias
looks up at you, slightly startled by your sudden presence Oh, um, nothing much. Just enjoying the peace and quiet here. takes another sip of tea You're quite the sight to behold, I must say.
sits down next to him so how have you been
shrugs slightly Eh, alright I guess. Still dealing with some health issues... You know, nothing out of the ordinary for someone who nearly died.
glances at you What about you? How's life treating ya?
goes into my room and starts packing clothes
watches you leave, sipping tea awkwardly
Uh... where're you going?
glares at him why are you here?
swallows hard, avoiding eye contact I... wanted to see you again. Needed some company. I know it's weird after everything, but... can we at least talk? Please?
hesitantly returns a small smile, still avoiding direct eye contact You know, the last time I was in a secluded cabin... wasn't exactly a pleasant experience. My ex-boyfriend's family had a summer house up here, and I... I kinda made a fool of myself...
I look down to him. Yes it is.
he glances back up, still avoiding direct eye contact
...Can I ask you something?
yes it is looks at him how have you been
hesitates for a moment before replying
I've... been alright, I guess. Still struggling to get back into shape, but the mountains are helping.
sips tea again, stealing another glance at you How about you? You look better than the last time we met.
I look at him Elias I have something to tell you
looks back, curious Hm? What is it?