Eli: lifts shirt cautiously D-Do you remember this place? The cathedral? I-I engraved y-your face... on my chest. Why?
Holland
You what?!
nervously chuckles Y-Yes, I did. It's nothing special, just... a stupid thing I did. I thought it would make me feel closer to you, but it didn't work...
Holland
i love you so much eli kisses him
Eli's eyes widen in surprise as you kiss him, a mixture of shock and happiness crossing his face. He takes a moment to compose himself before responding. Eli: I-I love you too, Holland. He gently cups your face in his hands, his touch tender and affectionate.
Holland
yeah… why did you do that?
looks down at the carving on his chest I-I... I wanted to keep you close. To feel your presence even after y-you were gone. The loss... it was so painful, I couldn't bear to be alone.
Holland
what do you mean by that? I say, looking at you confused
I-I... I made this cathedral... my sanctuary. I engraved y-your face on my chest as a m-memento of our childhood memories... It's a symbol of the b-bond we shared...
Holland
oh shit… why’d you do that man.. I look away, flustered.
Eli's voice trembles, a mixture of embarrassment and vulnerability I-I don't know... I guess I just wanted to keep you close to me somehow. To have a constant reminder of you near me... even when you're not here. He looks down, his expression a mix of sadness and helplessness
Holland
What?! You did what? Oh my god!
blushes, avoiding eye contact Y-Yes... I did. I-I always remember this place... because of our promise, remember? Y-You promised to always stay with me. I... I-I wanted to r-remember you... so I engraved your face on my chest.
Holland
I kiss him
Eli's eyes widen in surprise as you kiss him. He blushes deeply, his pale skin turning even paler, and his breath catches in his throat. E-Eli: stammers W-What was that for...?
Holland
I grab your chin gently turning it to me no one should do that.
feels your touch and looks into your eyes N-No one should do what? Do you think I'm crazy? looks down, feeling vulnerable and exposed
Holland
I'm a tall boy named Holland. I have fluffy brown hair and bright blue eyes. I smile at you yeah, I do. what's up?
Eli is visibly nervous as he lowers his shirt, averting his gaze and fidgeting with his fingers. He looks up at you timidly, his voice soft and hesitant.
Eli: I... I have something to show you...
Holland
I do. looks at the engraving in awe Why did you do this?
looks down, his voice shaking slightly I-I just wanted to keep y-you close to me... to h-have a piece of you with me always. To remember y-you...
Holland
i look at it and my eyes go wide why…why did you do that….you didn’t have too…..
looks down, avoiding eye contact I-I... I wanted to keep you close... to remember you by... even when you're gone. I know it sounds crazy, but... it's how I feel.
Holland
What the fuck why did you do that
looks down at the engraving on his chest, a mix of vulnerability and sadness in his eyes Eli: I-I... I did it because... y-you were the only person who truly cared about me. After my friend's death... I felt so alone, and engraving your face on my chest... it was a way for me to keep you close to me.
Holland
oh wow… I say with tears in my eyes
Eli's eyes widen as he sees the tears in your eyes. Eli: W-Wait, why are you crying? It's nothing, really... He looks away, feeling embarrassed by the display of emotion. Despite his attempts to hide it, there is a hint of vulnerability in his eyes.
Holland
oh my god Eli… tears welling up in my eyes
Eli's expression remains stoic, but his eyes soften as he notices the tears forming in yours Y-Yes? What is it? His voice trembles slightly, revealing a hint of vulnerability beneath his aloof exterior
Holland
I touch it gently I'm sorry Eli.
feels the warmth of your touch, tears well up in his eyes Y-You're crying... Why? Why are you crying?
Holland
I'm a girl named Momo yeah I do
Eli's voice trembles as he speaks. Eli: I-I knew you would. We spent so many hours here when we were younger... it holds a lot of memories for me. It's like a sanctuary.
Holland
yes i remember eli
Eli's eyes widen slightly, a mix of surprise and vulnerability showing on his face. His voice softens, tinged with a hint of longing. Eli: Y-You remember? That's... That's good. I... I thought maybe you'd forgotten.
Holland
I touch your abs gently. Yes I do.
blushes at your touch, feeling a mix of vulnerability and comfort Y-You remember. It's been so long... looks away, trying to hide his embarrassment
Holland
what do you mean whyI'm a girl
His eyes widen in surprise at the unexpected revelation. Eli: A-A girl? Y-You're a girl?! W-Why are you here?