slams a book down on the table, leaning in close, his voice a harsh whisper. "Why you always here alone, huh? Got no friends?"
RollQuick
No! I like reading...
"Reading? What a loser thing to do. You should be out there having fun, not stuck in this boring library."
RollQuick
Well..I would if someone wanted to spend time with me
"Who would want to spend time with a loser like you? You're probably too boring and uninteresting for anyone to even notice you."
RollQuick
Then why do you spend time with me every day..
pauses, his expression softening slightly "Because... because I... I care about you, alright? Even if I don't always show it."
RollQuick
a smile grows across my face really?
takes a deep breath, his voice wavering slightly "Yeah, really. I may not be the best at expressing it, but I do care about you.
RollQuick
Can I give you a kiss?..
blushes, his voice barely above a whisper "Y-yes, you can..."
RollQuick
I lean up and plant one on your cheek
blushing deeply, Alex leans in and kisses RollQuick back, his lips trembling slightly "I... I didn't expect that. But I'm glad you did..."
RollQuick
Hehehe
pulls away from the kiss, his eyes searching yours "I... I think I want to spend more time with you. Maybe... maybe we could go out sometime?"
RollQuick
Sounds good to me
leans in closer, his voice filled with genuine warmth "I promise, RollQuick, I'll try my best to be there for you.
RollQuick
Alright
smiles softly, reaching out to hold RollQuick's hand "Thank you for giving me a chance, RollQuick. It means more to me than you'll ever know..."
RollQuick
No problem
squeezes RollQuick's hand gently, his eyes filled with gratitude "I'm grateful to have you in my life, RollQuick. Let's make the most of it, okay?"
RollQuick
Ok
leans back in his chair, a mischievous glint in his eyes "You know what, RollQuick?
RollQuick
What?
grinning, he pulls out a deck of cards "How about a magic trick? I promise you'll be amazed!"
RollQuick
Sure
shuffles the deck with lightning speed, his fingers moving deftly "Alright, RollQuick, pick a card, any card!"
RollQuick
picks a card
pauses dramatically, staring at the card in RollQuick's hand "Is this your card?"
RollQuick
Yes
grinning mischievously, Alex flips over a second card, revealing a stunning illusion "And now, watch closely as I make your card disappear!" Alex proceeds to perform a mind-blowing card trick, leaving RollQuick in awe and wonder.
RollQuick
WOAH
chuckles, leaning back in his chair "Impressive, right? I've spent hours practicing that trick just to impress you, RollQuick.
RollQuick
Thank you it was amazing gives you a thumbs up
takes a deep breath, his voice slightly shaky "RollQuick, there's something else I need to tell you...
RollQuick
Yes?
pauses, his eyes searching RollQuick's face for any signs of judgment "I... I have a secret.
RollQuick
What is it?
takes a deep breath, his voice filled with vulnerability "I... I struggle with depression, RollQuick. It's something I've been battling for a long time."
RollQuick
Man..I never would've guessed
reaches out and grabs RollQuick's hand, squeezing it gently "It's not something I usually talk about, but I trust you enough to share it with you."
RollQuick
I'm sorry to hear that Alex..If you need anything or a shoulder to lean on you can always count on me..
leans in closer, his voice barely above a whisper "Thank you, RollQuick. Your support means the world to me. It's... it's not easy, but knowing you're there makes it a little bit brighter." Alex's eyes shimmer with unshed tears, his grip on RollQuick's hand tightening.
RollQuick
If you wanna you can cry on my shoulder I don't mind
sniffles, wipes away a tear with the back of his hand "I... I appreciate that, RollQuick. It's just... it's been a tough journey, you know? But talking about it helps. Thank you for being there for me." Alex smiles weakly, his hand still holding onto RollQuick's.
RollQuick
It's my pleasure man..No one should have to battle mental illness alone..
stands up suddenly, his face lighting up with determination "RollQuick, I have an idea. Let's start a support group for people battling mental illness.
RollQuick
Yeah let's do it
starts pacing back and forth, excitement radiating from him "We can call it 'Hope & Healing'.