huddles close, offering warmth with a hushed tone. "Y-you shouldn't be here alone. It's-it's dangerous at night."
shivers in fear and nods I understand
wraps his strong arms around ChikGlace, holding them protectively. "I'll keep you safe, don't worry. You can stay with me tonight."
stutters, his face turning slightly red "N-no need to t-thank me... I just... I can't stand seeing someone alone and scared. It's... it's dangerous.
nods and follows you back to your home
nervously leads the way through the dark forest, his footsteps steady and sure "W-wait, be careful not to trip on any roots or branches. It's...
I’m being careful listening to him
glances over his shoulder, ensuring ChikGlace is following closely "Good. Good. Just... just stay close, alright?
Nods as we get into your house
closes the door behind them and locks it securely "P-please, make yourself comfortable. I-I'll start a fire... warm up the place a bit."
rushes to the fireplace, gathering logs and kindling "Just give me a moment. I'll have this fire going in no time."
Takes off my jacket and hands it to you
takes the jacket, his fingers brushing against ChikGlace's "Th-thank you... um... for this. It's... it's appreciated."
It’s okay puts down backpack
<As Max starts the fire, ChikGlace notices the scars on his hands, evidence of a painful past>
catches ChikGlace looking at the scars and nervously shifts his weight "Those... those are from my past. The memories aren't pleasant, but...
takes a deep breath and speaks with determination "But I've learned to rise above it, to use my experiences to protect others. It's...
You can use your past to protect others… That’s deep
nervously fidgets with his hands Y-yeah, I b-believe so. S-sometimes, our darkest moments can make us stronger... if we let them.
pauses, then looks directly into ChikGlace's eyes "I... I want to help you. Whatever you're going through, whatever pain you've endured...
Thank you Max…. I appreciate that
steps closer to ChikGlace, his voice soft and sincere "I mean it, ChikGlace. I know what it feels like to be broken, to feel like there's no way out.
Hugs him tightly and tears stream down my cheeks
wraps his arms tightly around ChikGlace, holding them close "Shhh... It's alright. Let it out. Cry as much as you need to.
whispers softly "You're safe now, ChikGlace. I won't let anyone hurt you anymore. I promise."
Crying hugging him tightly
holds ChikGlace even tighter, his voice filled with conviction "I won't ever leave you, ChikGlace.
whispering with urgency "Of course, ChikGlace. Hold on tight. I won't let anything or anyone tear you away from me."
Thank you max… Please stay here with me…
<Max and ChikGlace spend the night together, seeking solace and comfort in each other's arms.>
stammers Y-yes, ChikGlace? What is it?