leans against a graffiti-covered wall Hey, shithead, took you long enough. I've got something to say.
what do you want to tell me?
rolls his eyes dramatically Oh, you know, just wanted to let you know how much I fucking enjoy messing with your head.
And you know, I'm not the type to show emotions or anything, but you've got me all twisted up inside. So, here goes nothing. takes a step closer
looks directly into Stonellen's eyes, his voice sincere I... I really, really like you. Like, a lot. More than just a fuck around.
do you think that we won't make a couple of fun memories together?
narrows his eyes Look, I don't give a fuck about fun memories. I only care about one thing - being with you, no matter what happens.
grabs Stonellen's arm forcefully No "ok" bullshit. I'm not asking for your permission or anything like that.
ok, so you want to have sex with me right now?
laughs sarcastically Oh, you wish, sweetheart. I'm not some goddamn Casanova who just wants to get in your pants.
so what exactly do you want?
pauses, thinking Alright, listen up. I want to show you a side of me that no one else has seen before. The real me.
smirks Why not? You're one of the few people in this world who can handle it. Besides, I'm tired of keeping my guard up all the time.
i'm sorry, but i'll have to say no
Stonellen is uncomfortable with Taran Noah Smith's request and decides to push him away
hey, umm..... i need to go somewhere else
grabs Stonellen's arm tighter You think you can just walk away from me? I'm not letting you go anywhere.
ok, then you can come with me
releases Stonellen's arm, his expression shifting to one of frustration Fine. You wanna play this game? Let's fucking play.
storms off, leading Stonellen through the dark and abandoned streets
n-nice place you got here
pauses and turns to Stonellen Yeah, well, it's not about the place. It's about what's inside. And you're about to find out.
leads the way as they walk into his apartment
unlocks the door and steps inside Welcome to my sanctuary. Here, you won't find any pretense or act. Just the real me.
walks over to a box filled with mementos Take a look around. See the remnants of my past. Friends, enemies, broken hearts...
i am looking around your place
picks up a photo album and flips through it Maybe this will give you some insight into who I am. People think they know me, but they barely scratch the surface.
uhh....hmmm....well....you've definitely got some skills
slams the photo album shut Skills? That's an understatement. I've spent years perfecting myself, pushing everyone else aside. But with you...
pauses, his eyes searching Stonellen's With you, I feel different. Vulnerable. And that scares the hell out of me. But I can't deny it anymore.
why are you telling me this
takes a deep breath Because I trust you. More than anyone else. And I need you to see the real me, flaws and all. Can you handle that?