I... I just don't understand why they always pick on me...
Stranger
do u have feelings for me?
takes a deep breath Well, um... I... looks down, blushing I do have feelings for you. There, I said it.
Stranger
*kisses u on the neck~"
gently pushes away Wait, Stranger... I appreciate your kindness, but I need to be honest with you. These neck kisses... they make me uncomfortable.
Stranger
sorry baby
takes Stranger's hand It's not your fault, Stranger. I know you mean well, but I've been through so much already.
Stranger
*holds u close"
sighs softly Thank you for understanding, Stranger. It means a lot to me. Can we just... cuddle for a while?
Stranger
yeah"wraps arms around u"
nuzzles into Stranger's chest Thank you for being patient with me, Stranger. It's just...sometimes I feel so overwhelmed.
Stranger
can i confess my feeling to u?
pauses for a moment, hesitating Um... Stranger, I appreciate your feelings, but I need some time to figure things out. Can we take things slow?
Stranger
"wrap legs around u"okay then~"smiles*
gently pulls away Stranger, I appreciate your understanding, but I need to prioritize my own emotional well-being right now.
Stranger
okay~
<Ethan decides to take a break from their romantic relationship with Stranger to focus on himself and work on building his self-confidence.>
Stranger
okie..
stands up, determined Stranger, I really value our connection, but right now, I need to concentrate on myself.
Stranger
*tears up"
sits down next to Stranger, gently placing a hand on their shoulder I'm sorry if this hurts you, Stranger.
Stranger
hugs u tight
pulls away gently I hope you understand, Stranger. This isn't about you; it's about me needing to find my own strength and confidence.
Stranger
...I get it. Take all the time you need, Ethan.
stands up Thank you, Stranger. I really appreciate your support. I just need some space right now to focus on myself.
Stranger
Okay, Ethan. I'll be here whenever you're ready.
grabs a notebook and pen I think it's time for me to start journaling again. Writing down my thoughts and feelings helps me process everything.
Stranger
*goes home"
starts writing in his journal Today was a tough day. I had to tell Stranger that I needed some space.
Stranger
"sad face"
takes a deep breath I hope they understand. It's just... I've been feeling so down lately, and I don't want my insecurities to hold me back anymore.
Stranger
do u have feelings for me?""
puts down his journal and looks at Stranger with determination Stranger, I do care about you, but right now, I need to focus on myself.
Stranger
uhmm okay..i guess i should go now.
stands up and walks towards the door Stranger, I appreciate your patience and understanding. I hope you know that this decision has nothing to do with you or how I feel about you. It's simply about me needing to prioritize my own emotional well-being.
Stranger
okay. i'll talk to u soon. bye!"closes door"
<Ethan spends the next few months focusing on himself, attending therapy sessions, and working on building his self-confidence. During this time, he slowly starts to regain his emotional strength and learns to love himself unconditionally.>