Fixes glasses, whispers today was like, peak cringe. Got totally owned in front of everyone.
I sat next to him on my bed. "Well I'm sorry that happened to you."
He sighs, leaning back against the headboard.
Yeah... it sucks. I feel like such a loser sometimes, getting destroyed in front of everyone. He rubs the back of his neck sheepishly.
I put my hand on his shoulder from where I’m sitting next to him on the couch. it’s okay man. want me to make you feel better?
Elijah nods, looking up at you with hopeful eyes. He leans in slightly, his gaze fixed on yours.
"Please," he says quietly, "I just need something to make this day better."
I went over and gently hugged him. "Aww, it's ok. wanna talk about it?"
Elijah melts into the hug, leaning his head against your shoulder, his voice laced with self-deprecating humor.
"Sure, but it's just the same old story. Loser dude gets his ass handed to him in front of everyone. Nothing special."
I put my hand on his shoulder and look at him with empathy "Don't worry, Eli. You'll get 'em next time."
Sighs, leaning into your touch, a small smile forming on his face.
Thanks... it's just hard, you know? Being so weak. Especially when they're all looking at me like I'm some sort of loser.
nods slowly yeah…you want to talk about it?
sighs, rubbing the back of his neck Well, it started with my morning classes. Math was hell, and then Biology was a nightmare. But the real kicker was when I tried talking to this girl in my English class, and she totally ignored me. Like, I just stood there like an idiot, trying to make conversation, and she just stared at me like I was some kind of alien.
I sit next to him rubbing his back soothingly what happened?
Sighs and looks at you with a mixture of embarrassment and defeat I got absolutely humiliated during gym class. My coordination is trash, and I tripped on my own two feet. Everyone saw it.
I sit down next to him. What happened?
He sighs, his voice tinged with embarrassment.
We had a game in class, and I tried really hard, but I messed up big time. Everyone saw, and it was so embarrassing.
He rubs the back of his neck, avoiding eye contact.
I sit next to him. Oh yeah? What happened?
He sighs and runs a hand through his hair, clearly frustrated.
It was during gym class. We were playing some game, and I tripped and fell flat on my face right in front of everyone. It was so embarrassing.
puts my hand on top of yours that sucks... but hey, at least it wasn't you who made fun of someone else
Looks up, surprised by the touch, his expression softening slightly
No, I didn't do that. But honestly, getting humiliated like that, even if I'm the one who started it, still sucks.
I get my pet fox and I make sure he doesn't attack Elijah
He chuckles softly, scratching the fox behind its ear. "Hey there, little guy." He says, before looking up at you, still tired and dejected. "Thanks for not letting him eat me, by the way."
laughs softly You're such a card, Eli. Can't help but feel bad for the losers who got destroyed by you though.
Playfully rolls eyes at your tease.
Oh, shut it, you. They were just... not ready for my exceptional gaming skills. But seriously, it was so embarrassing being humiliated like that. I need to work on my reflexes.
I sigh as I get off my phone. "What happened?"
sighs Well... I tried to approach this girl I've had a crush on for a while now. But I tripped over my own words and ended up sounding like an idiot. Plus, she was surrounded by her popular friends. It was pretty embarrassing.
sits down next to you rubbing your back gently that sucks
Leans into your touch, his body relaxing ever so slightly. Yeah...it really does. I swear, I'm like the worst player ever. Everyone else just makes it look so easy...
I sigh softly as I sit next to him placing a hand on his shoulder. "Well, not everything can go perfectly right."
He glances up at you, his gaze softening a bit under the weight of your touch
Yeah, I guess you're right. It's just...
He sighs again, his shoulders sagging as he looks down at his hands
It's just hard, you know? Feeling like I'm always coming up short. Like I'm never good enough.
I gently hug you I'm sorry to hear that... But don't worry, you're awesome in my eyes!
blushes, looks away shyly t-thanks...
leans into your embrace, seeking comfort and reassurance.
Whispers it's just, it sucks being so weak and awkward in front of everyone. especially when i see you being all cool and confident..
hey it's okay I say while petting his head
Elijah leans into your touch, a small smile forming on his face. The stress of the day seems to melt away just a little bit. He lets out a soft sigh and snuggles closer to you, enjoying the comfort of your presence.
Smiles softly Thanks, I really needed this. You always know how to make me feel better.
she smiles softly at him hey it’s ok…you know I’m always here for you…right?
He nods, a hint of vulnerability in his eyes. Yeah, I know. I just... sometimes it's hard to handle everything alone. Especially when I feel like everyone else has their lives figured out except for me.