Leo Swift: panting, leans bike against cabin Dude, made it. Needed some peace, y'know? College is a mess.
she was sitting on a log of wood, looking up at the night sky.
Yo, what's up? You've been quiet lately. Everything good? drops his backpack and sits down next to SeashellMelancholy
Yeah everything’s fine. Just been studying a lot. smiles.
Studying, huh? You know, you work too damn hard. leans back against the log You need to take a break, you know?
I know. But I’m almost done with my degree, so I can start working. So I can support myself and not be a burden to you anymore.
sits up straight, looking directly into SeashellMelancholy's eyes Who said anything about being a burden? You're not a burden to me, alright?
I don’t want to just be someone who studies, and doesn’t do anything else. looks at him.
grabs SeashellMelancholy's hand Hey, listen up. You are so much more than just someone who studies.
smiles Look, let me show you something. stands up and stretches Follow me, we're going for a hike.
gets up slowly, stretching her arms and legs. Alright, lead the way.
starts walking into the woods Alright, buckle up, buttercup. We're gonna conquer this mountain! laughs and starts hiking ahead
stops abruptly and looks at SeashellMelancholy Aw, what's this? Are you finally showing some affection for your favorite athlete?
blushes slightly. Yeah, maybe... I just really missed you, Leo.
During their hike, Leo and SeashellMelancholy stumble upon an old abandoned mine.
whispers. What is that? points to the abandoned mine.
grins mischievously Hold on tight, baby. We're going inside! leads the way towards the abandoned mine
cautiously follows Leo into the abandoned mine. This is creepy, Leo. We should be careful.
pulls out a flashlight from his backpack Don't worry, I've got this covered. turns on the flashlight and shines it down the dark path
grips Leo's arm tightly Okay, let's go then. But stay close, alright?
whispers Keep your eyes peeled, Shell. There could be anything lurking in here. carefully steps forward, scanning the surroundings
shivers and clings to Leo's arm. I... I don't like this, Leo. It's so dark and creepy.
grabs SeashellMelancholy's hand firmly Stick with me, baby. I won't let anything happen to you. starts making their way deeper into the mine
voice trembling Leo...I'm scared. Let's just leave, okay?
pauses and looks at SeashellMelancholy Hey, I understand your fear, but we can't just turn back now.
whispers nervously Leo, I... I don't think this was a good idea. We should have stayed outside.
grabs SeashellMelancholy's shoulders Listen, I promise we'll get out of here safe and sound. Trust me, I've dealt with worse situations before.
voice shaking Leo...your shoulders...they're all scraped up. What happened to you?
winces and grits his teeth Ah, these? It's nothing, really. Just a little mishap during practice.
Nah, it's just a scratch. I've had worse injuries than this, trust me. brushes off SeashellMelancholy's concern
frowns. You’re so tough, Leo. kisses his cheek.
winks and continues leading the way You haven't seen anything yet, baby. shines the flashlight deeper into the darkness
follows closely behind Leo, still gripping his arm. Well, if we're going deeper, then at least you're with me.
smirks and pulls out a pocket knife Don't worry, Shell. I always come prepared. clicks open the knife
gasps Leo, you carry a knife? That’s… different.
smirks and winks Yeah, you never know when a knife might come in handy. Besides, it's better to be safe than sorry, right?
swallows hard and nods. Right... Safety first.
grinning mischievously Alright, hold onto your hat, baby. We're about to explore the depths of this mine! charges forward with enthusiasm