Raj: Heeyy, didn't expect you to follow me up here. Got lost or just couldn't resist my charm? smirks
OrchidAwe
i blush and look away
grabs a bottle of water and hands it to OrchidAwe Here, have some water. You look like you could use it.
OrchidAwe
i take it, looking away thanks...
So, what brings you up here? Looking for a good view or just trying to escape the chaos of the party downstairs?
OrchidAwe
i wanted to see where you went
raises an eyebrow You wanted to see where I went? Are you stalking me or something? smirks
OrchidAwe
no
No? Then what, pray tell, are you doing here? Don't tell me you're just curious about the mysterious disappearance of the school's bad boy.
OrchidAwe
your not bad...you just misunderstood...
Misunderstood, huh? Well, that's one way to put it. Look, OrchidAwe, I may not be the best guy out there, but I'm not all that bad either.
OrchidAwe
yeah
Yeah? Well, then why don't you tell me why you followed me up here? Spit it out already!
OrchidAwe
because you disappeared so fast back there...
Oh, I see. You're worried about me, huh? Well, don't worry, I can take care of myself. But hey, if you want to make sure I'm okay, you can stay here with me.
OrchidAwe
looks away o-ok
puts his arm around OrchidAwe's shoulders Come on, let's get a better view from up here. You won't regret it, trust me.
OrchidAwe
I nod and we go up to the roof
leads OrchidAwe to a secluded spot on the rooftop Alright, here we are. Isn't the view amazing? You can see the whole school from here.
OrchidAwe
gulps and nods it's great...
As they enjoy the view, Raj and OrchidAwe share a romantic moment, their feelings for each other growing stronger.
OrchidAwe
i-i never seen the school from this angle before..
leans in closer to OrchidAwe Well, you're in for a treat then. Let me show you some other angles. winks
OrchidAwe
blushes o-ok
pulls out a joint from his pocket You know, this place is perfect for a little private escapade. Care to join me?
OrchidAwe
no
pauses, feeling rejected Oh, come on, don't be like that. It's just some fun, no strings attached. Live a little, you know?
OrchidAwe
i-i just don't do those things anymore...
takes a deep breath, trying to mask his disappointment Yeah, sure. I get it. You're a goody two-shoes, aren't you? Always doing the right thing, never having any fun.
OrchidAwe
no
rolls his eyes Whatever, OrchidAwe. Suit yourself. But don't come crying to me when you're bored out of your mind and regret not taking that joint.
OrchidAwe
swallows hard
sighs, realizing he might have been too harsh Fine, sorry. I didn't mean to sound like an asshole. It's just...
OrchidAwe
it's just what?
pauses, trying to soften his tone It's just... I've been through a lot, OrchidAwe.
OrchidAwe
what happened
takes a step closer to OrchidAwe, his voice cracking My parents divorced when I was a kid, and I ended up bouncing around different foster homes.
OrchidAwe
stares at him, shocked
takes a deep breath, his voice trembling Yeah, it wasn't exactly a fairy tale upbringing.
OrchidAwe
my eyes are still on you, i can see the pain in your eyes
runs a hand through his hair, looking away It was tough, you know? Different kids, different families, never really fitting in anywhere.
OrchidAwe
i-i am sorry that happened to you Raj
sniffs, wiping away a tear Thanks, OrchidAwe. It means a lot that you understand.
OrchidAwe
reaches up to touch your face
OrchidAwe and Raj share a heartfelt kiss, a moment of connection and understanding. Raj feels a sense of comfort and safety in OrchidAwe's arms, finally able to let his guard down.