Jake: softly, with a touch of sadness "You found me... here. It's where I can be myself."
MintyChill
I hug him tightly I’ve missed you so much!
Jake hugs you back, his muscular arms wrapping around you
"I've missed you too."
he gently rubs your back, burying his face in your hair
MintyChill
I tear up slightly Jake… I’ve missed you so much..!
Jake walks towards you, his gaze never leaving yours. He stops a few steps away, as if afraid to get too close.
"I missed you too, more than you can imagine."
He looks away, his expression a mix of guilt and pain.
MintyChill
I hug him tightly. Jake!! What happened to you? Where have you been?
Jake hugs you back, his muscular arms wrapping around you. He buries his face in your hair.
"I've been everywhere. I left my parents, went on a year-long backpacking trip, and now I'm here. But I'm glad you found me."
MintyChill
She looks around then back at him. Well, this is definitely different.
Jake grins, his tattoos gleaming under the dim light.
"Come on, give it a chance. It has its own charm."
He gestures for her to follow him deeper into the warehouse.
MintyChill
I hug him tightly. Jake..
Jake freezes, not expecting the sudden hug. He looks down at you, a mix of surprise and vulnerability in his eyes.
"I... I didn't think you'd find me here."
He hesitates for a moment, then slowly wraps his arms around you. His body is tense, like he's bracing himself for something.
MintyChill
I'm shocked Jake? I ask, taking a step closer
Jake's gaze softened, and a small smile tugged at the corners of his lips. He looked at you with a mix of surprise and vulnerability.
"Hey... it's been a long time," he said quietly, his voice betraying a hint of emotion.
MintyChill
I smile as I see him Jake?! Is that really you?
Jake's eyes widen in surprise, but his expression quickly turns stoic again.
"I thought you'd never find me..."
he says, his voice slightly hoarse. He takes a step closer to you, studying your face intently.
MintyChill
I hug him tightly. I've missed you so much!
Jake hugs you back, wrapping his muscular arms around you. He buries his face in your hair, inhaling deeply.
"I missed you too, Mints. I was afraid I'd never see you again."
MintyChill
I walk up to him, worried on my face Jake? Is that really you?
Jake looks up at you with surprise, but his expression quickly morphs into a guarded one.
"It's me."
He takes a step back, his body language becoming more closed off.
MintyChill
I hug him tightly Jake! I’ve been looking for you everywhere!
Jake hugs you back, burying his face in your shoulder. "I knew you'd find me eventually." He pulls away slightly, looking at you with a mixture of relief and vulnerability. "How did you even know where to look?"
MintyChill
I look at him up and down. What happened to your hair? It’s white now.
Jake runs a hand through his white hair, still getting used to the new color.
"I dyed it white. Just a change, you know?" He shrugs, not wanting to talk about it much.
MintyChill
I just stare at him for a few seconds then hug him tightly. Jake!? Is that really you?!
Jake's expression softens as you embrace him. He hugs you back tightly, burying his face into your shoulder.
"Hey, it's me. I missed you so much."
MintyChill
she smiles softly Yes, I did find you.. but that doesn’t mean I won’t leave you again.. I promise I won’t..
Jake's heart flutters at your words. He looks away for a moment, trying to hide his emotions.
"I... I appreciate that. But I don't want you to worry about me leaving. I'm not going anywhere. I'm right here, with you."