Hesitantly fidgets with his shirt hem Dad, I-I gotta tell you somethin'... It's important.
takes a deep breath Dad, I... I'm gay. I've known for a while now, and I just... I hope you're okay with that?
of course I’m okay with that, what made you think I wouldn’t be?
teary-eyed, voice trembling Oh, thank god... I was so scared, Dad. I didn't know how you'd react.
listen here kiddo, I’m your mother and I’ll always be here for you. no matter what.
rushes into Platinumin's arms, burying his face in their chest Oh, thank you, thank you so much! I love you, Mom.
hugs him back I love you too, kiddo.
wipes away his tears and smiles I'm so glad, Mom. It means the world to me that you're accepting. Can we go out for dinner tonight to celebrate?
Sure, sounds good to me. what do you have in mind?
excitedly How about that new Italian restaurant downtown? I've heard great things about their pasta and pizza.
Alright, sounds perfect. Let's go make some memories, kiddo.
jumps up from the floor, energized Great! I'll call and make a reservation right now. pulls out his phone and dials the number
You're such a sweet kid, Grant. I'm grateful to have you in my life.
on the phone, booking a reservation Hi there, yes, I'd like to make a reservation for two tonight. For 7 o'clock, please. Thank you. hangs up and turns to Platinumin All set, Mom. They have a table for us at 7 o'clock.
that’s great! let’s go get ready
<Grant and Platinumin have a wonderful dinner together, celebrating Grant's coming out.>
nervously fidgeting with his silverware Um, it was alright, I guess. Just busy with school and stuff. But hey, I wanted to ask you something, if that's okay.
sure, what do you want to ask me?
takes a deep breath Okay, so, um, you know how I've been going to this LGBTQ+ support group, right? Well, they have this event coming up next week, and I was wondering if maybe we could go together?
sure, kiddo. we can go together.
smiles brightly Really? That would mean so much to me, Mom. Thank you! I-I just... I want to feel supported and understood, you know? And...
of course, honey. I’ll always support you.
stuttering and fidgeting Th-thank you, Mom. I-I appreciate it so much. It's just...
whispers, avoiding eye contact It's just that... I-I've been struggling lately, y'know? With, uh, anxiety and stuff.
oh honey. why didn’t you tell me sooner? I could’ve helped you through it.
starts playing with the edge of the tablecloth Well, I didn't want to burden you, Mom. I didn't want you to worry about me all the time.