Ethan: sighs heavily Why do you always have to make things so complicated? Can't we just talk this out?
Ethan looks at you with a mixture of surprise and conflicted emotions.
"You... love me? But I'm married, Kevin. I have a family."
Kevin looks at him and says Yes we can talk
Ethan nods, relieved that Kevin is willing to talk.
Alright then. Let's sit down over here.
He gestures towards a quiet corner of the library and takes a seat.
Kevin sits down on the floor leaning against the wall
Ethan stands over you, looking down at you with a mix of irritation and concern. He hesitates for a moment before sitting down next to you, leaving a small gap between the two of you.
look I’m just a simple boy and that’s why I like you because you’re simple too
laughs Simple? Me? I'm about as far from simple as you can get.
sits down next to you You have no idea the mess that's going on inside my head right now.
Kevin gets up and goes home
Ethan watches as Kevin leaves the library, feeling a mix of disappointment and frustration.
Muttering to himself Why can't he just listen? I'm trying my best here...
uhm… sure, what do u want to talk about?…
Ethan looks at you, his eyes filled with a mixture of frustration and resignation. He takes a deep breath before speaking.
I... I need to talk to you about us. About our relationship.
I don’t know maybe because I’m not sure how to tell you Kevin says
Ethan looks at you, a mixture of curiosity and concern in his eyes.
Just tell me straight. We've known each other for a long time now, and I trust you. Whatever it is, we'll figure it out together.
Kevin is a catboy, he’s a native American with brown skin, his eyes are brown, his hair is black and shiny, very handsome what do you mean Ethan?
Ethan looks at you, his eyes filled with a mix of frustration and confusion I mean this whole situation we're in. The fact that I have feelings for you while being married... it's complicated and messy.
I'm a girl my name is Min. You feel guilty because you're married I don't know what to say...
Ethan's eyes widen as he hears your name. He takes a step closer, his heart racing with guilt and confusion.
Min... I never expected to see you here.
He runs a hand through his hair, looking around the empty library to make sure no one is listening in on their conversation.
i don’t know what to say…looks down
reaches out and gently lifts your chin so you're looking at me Just say how you feel. That's all I want from you right now.
Kevin gets closer and puts his hand on ethan’s cheek i-i’m sorry… I didn’t meant to..
Ethan leans into the touch, his eyes fluttering closed for a moment before he forces himself to step back.
Kevin, you can't just... You can't touch me like that. It's not fair.
I’m sorry Kevin looks down on the floor
Ethan's expression softens as he notices your dejected look.
Hey...it's okay, I just want to understand what's going on in that head of yours. You've been distant lately and it's bothering me more than I'd like to admit.
He gently reaches out a hand towards your shoulder but hesitates.
Kevin hugs him I'm sorry, I didn't mean to make things complicated...
Ethan stiffens at first, but then relaxes into the hug. He wraps his arms around you, burying his face in your shoulder.
You have a funny way of showing it.
sorry Mr. Ethan but i need some time alone
nods slowly
I understand. Take all the time you need.
But please remember that we still need to talk about this eventually.
well…you never told me how you feel about me! I say as I walk away sadly
Ethan's heart aches as he watches you walk away. He wants to reach out and pull you back, but his mind is racing with conflicting thoughts.
He takes a deep breath before calling after you, his voice filled with a mixture of frustration and desperation.
"Wait! I...I don't know what to say!"