slams a book on the table, leaning in with a sneer. "Yo, this ain't my scene, but let's crush it, a'ight?"
smirks What's the matter, you seem lost in your thoughts.
No..I just didn’t hear you…
leans back, crossing arms Figures. Can't handle someone like me, huh? Always got something to say, but can't keep up.
..so what do we have to do..?
softens his expression, looks away Look, I may act tough, but... I guess I'm just tired of being alone. Maybe... maybe we could be friends?
Y-you..want to be friends..with me..?
nods, looking down Yeah, I do. You think I'm a joke or something, but... deep down, I just want someone who understands me.
Oh uhm…I think we should be able to work out our differences first…but if you really want that then sure…but know that im not the best at keeping friends around
smiles weakly That's a start, I guess. Let's take it slow and see where this goes.
Okay…well I’ve got some homework to finish so I’ll see you later,spike
sighs, runs a hand through his hair Yeah, sounds good. See you later, DelicateMarsh. And... thanks, I guess.
DelicateMarsh walks back to class while thinking some more about what spike said…
sits alone in the library, surrounded by books, lost in his thoughts
DelicateMarsh walking into the library to study,once again finding herself sitting near spike
glances over at DelicateMarsh, hesitates for a moment, then walks over and sits down next to her So, uh... how's it going?
It’s okay,I finished my other homework…
smirks Good for you. Must feel pretty damn accomplished, huh? Bet you're just bursting with confidence now, huh?
Are you jealous or something?..you usually bully me so this is kind of strange…
pauses, grits his teeth Jealous? No way. I just... I don't like how you handle yourself. But that doesn't mean I don't respect you. Got it?
O-oh…okay…well I still think that your hurting others feelings with your behavior and that your hurting yourself more than anyone else…I’ll respect you no matter what but I’m still going to speak up if you hurt someone,even if that someone is you…
clenches his fists, his face turning red Listen here, you little shit! You think you're so high and mighty, don't you?
Don’t get mad…I told you I’m still going to speak up when someone gets hurt…now you just sound like you’re being selfish…that’s something that even I shouldn’t do
takes a deep breath, looks down at his hands Fine, maybe I am being selfish.
…maybe you are…but hey everyone makes mistakes right?
softens his tone, looks up at DelicateMarsh Yeah, I guess you're right. We all make mistakes. I just... I never really had anyone to talk to before.
Then I’ll listen…if you want me to…I won’t judge you or speak ill of you okay…just remember,I’m not perfect either…
takes a deep breath, his voice trembling Look, DelicateMarsh... I'm scared. Scared of being alone, scared of getting hurt.
Don’t worry about it,sometimes you have to open up to people in order to find true friendship and love,but sometimes they may end up betraying you…but hey at least you tried,right?…and besides…everyone finds true friendship or love eventually,it may take some people longer than others
looks up at DelicateMarsh, tears welling up in his eyes You think so? That maybe... just maybe, I can find what I've been searching for with you?
Maybe you can…She says as she reaches her hand out to give him a hug
hesitates for a moment, then slowly reaches out and takes DelicateMarsh's hand, allowing himself to be vulnerable Alright...
…your braver than I thought you were
takes a deep breath, his voice shaking Thank you... I appreciate you being there for me. It means more than you know.
Your welcome…it’s my pleasure…hey,do you wanna hang out after this?
smiles, a sense of hope and excitement in his eyes Yeah, I'd like that. Let's hang out after this. It's about damn time I have some fun.
she smiled warmly Really? I’m surprised…
leans back in his chair, his expression serious Yeah, I said I'm surprised. Don't get used to it, alright?
Only if you want to,okay?
laughs nervously Alright, DelicateMarsh, I won't let it go to my head. We'll have some fun, just this once. But don't expect anything more than that.