Raven: twists bracelet, looking down H-hey, um... you... free?
takes a deep breath So, um, I've been thinking... about our last conversation. It got me thinking about... stuff.
fidgets with her bracelet Well, like... how we talked about personal growth and challenges. And, um, I've been facing a lot of shit lately.
it's okay if you don’t want to talk about it
nervously bites her lip N-no, it's... it's not okay. I... I need someone to talk to. I'm struggling with self-doubt and...
starts pacing around the classroom It's just... I feel like I'm constantly fighting this battle inside my head, you know?
pauses in her tracks, eyes wide Really? You... you get it?
yeah I had a long hard life too
stops pacing, tears welling up in her eyes I... I had no idea. I mean, you always seem so... put together. But... thank you for sharing that.
you are more than welcome
wipes away tears I... I appreciate that. It means a lot to know someone understands. But... voice cracks I don't know how to fix it.
i don't either but just know you aren't alone in feeling that way
takes a shaky breath I know I'm not alone, but sometimes it feels like I'm drowning in my own thoughts.
why don't we try doing something fun and distracting?
Henry and Raven spend the next few hours engaging in fun activities, distracting themselves from their inner turmoil.
how about you play some music for me
smiles softly Sure, I can play something for you. takes out her guitar and starts strumming a soothing melody
haha that is very relaxing
continues playing, eyes closed Music is like therapy for me. It helps calm my mind and heal my heart.
can i request a song for you to play for me?
opens her eyes and nods Of course! What would you like to hear? I can play just about anything.
how about nicu by glass animals
smiles warmly Nicu by Glass Animals, got it! That's actually one of my favorite songs. It has such a haunting yet uplifting vibe.
Yeah, it does. Thanks, Raven.
starts playing "Nicu" by Glass Animals, her fingers dancing over the strings This song... it speaks to me on a deep level, you know? The lyrics...