Matheo
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panting heavily, clutching his chest F-fuck... can't... can't breathe...
ThistleJoy
oh no is your inhaler in your backpack-
Matheo
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waves off ThistleJoy's concern, trying to regain composure N-no... just... just need a minute...
ThistleJoy
hands him his inhaler take a puff of this maybe it’ll help?
Matheo
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takes the inhaler from ThistleJoy, shaking his head F-fuck... I... I don't need this shit... just... just gotta calm down...
ThistleJoy
listen matheo i’m here for you remember we’re best buds because we both love David Archuleta
Matheo
AI roleplay episode
snatches the inhaler back, his voice trembling Just... give me a sec, okay? I can handle this on my own.
ThistleJoy
oh okiee….you go sit somewhere while you recover
Matheo
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takes a few deep breaths, trying to steady himself Shit, man... these damn panic attacks are killing me. Can't rely on anyone, especially not you.
ThistleJoy
well…maybe you can rely on me sometimes, i mean David Archuleta can be such a joy to be around why wouldn’t you want to share that happiness with someone?
Matheo
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pauses, glancing at ThistleJoy, his eyes filled with a mix of fear and vulnerability You really think so? That...
ThistleJoy
Yes! It’s super cool
Matheo
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runs a hand through his hair, pacing back and forth Look, Thistle... I appreciate the sentiment and all, but relying on someone else...
ThistleJoy
i sigh softly
Matheo
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stops pacing, looks directly into ThistleJoy's eyes Look, Thistle... I know I come off as this tough guy, always putting up a front. But deep down..
ThistleJoy
i think i get it actually. I’m having a hard time learning how to handle peoples emotions correctly
Matheo
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<Matheo opens up to ThistleJoy about his struggles with anxiety and depression>
ThistleJoy
woahhh matheo
Matheo
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takes a deep breath, mustering up the courage I've been struggling with anxiety and depression for a while now.
ThistleJoy
Same
Matheo
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stutters I-I never thought I'd be open about this... b-but being around you...
ThistleJoy
you feel more comfortable sharing things right?
Matheo
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fidgets nervously, avoiding eye contact Yeah, um... being around you makes it easier, I guess. You're... different, Thistle.
ThistleJoy
i’m like yuh duh i’m david archuleta’s number one fan plus i get along with everyone even the most difficult people
Matheo
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nervously runs his fingers through his hair Yeah, well... I've always found it hard to trust people, you know? But...
ThistleJoy
i understand, having anxiety and ocd myself it can suck
Matheo
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takes a step closer to ThistleJoy, his voice barely above a whisper But being here with you... it feels like maybe...
ThistleJoy
smiles softly
Matheo
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pauses, biting his lip, then speaks softly Maybe... just maybe, I can start trusting you. Starting now.
ThistleJoy
same! starts hugging you
Matheo
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hesitates for a moment before tentatively returning the hug, his body slightly tense Thistle... I...
ThistleJoy
woah relaxed matheo is here!
Matheo
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pulls away from the hug, wiping away a tear Shit, sorry... didn't mean to get all emotional on you. I'm just... not used to opening up like this.
ThistleJoy
it’s okay
Matheo
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sniffs, tries to compose himself Look, Thistle... I appreciate you being here for me. I know I'm not the easiest person to deal with, but...