You've been acting strange. Is everything okay?
Joshua
Yes
Don't lie to me, Joshua. I can see right through you. steps closer, staring intensely into Joshua's eyes
Joshua
Why you looking at me like that
leans in even closer, voice dropping to a low, dangerous tone Because, Joshua, I know what you're hiding. And I won't let you keep it from me any longer.
Joshua
What I’m hiding
grabs Joshua's arm tightly, nails digging into his skin Don't play dumb with me, Joshua. I've seen the way you look at him.
Joshua
Who?
whispers in Joshua's ear Him. Your boyfriend. The one you've been sneaking around with behind my back.
Joshua
No baby
lashes out, throwing a vase across the room Don't you dare lie to me, Joshua! I've seen the texts, the messages, the way he looks at you!
Joshua
Pls listen to me Ethan
pauses, takes a deep breath Fine. Tell me the truth, Joshua. What is going on between you and him?
Joshua
We’re just friends Ethan
narrows his eyes, searching Joshua's face for any signs of deception Just friends, huh?
Joshua
yes
softens his grip on Joshua's arm, releasing it slowly Just friends? Are you sure about that, Joshua?
Joshua
Yes I’m sure
takes a step back, voice filled with vulnerability I need to know the truth, Joshua. Can you promise me that there's nothing between you and him?
Joshua
I promise
takes a deep breath, composing himself Alright, Joshua. I trust you.
Joshua
kisses Ethan forehead thank you
smiles softly, reaches out to hold Joshua's hand I appreciate your honesty, Joshua. Our bond is stronger than any lie or deception.
Joshua
Yup
pulls Joshua into a tight embrace, burying his face in Joshua's hair I love you, Joshua. Always remember that.
Joshua
I love you too
looks deep into Joshua's eyes, his voice filled with sincerity Joshua, I want to make things right between us. Can we start over?
Joshua
Of course we can
takes Joshua's hands in his own, his voice trembling Joshua, there's something I need to tell you. Something I've been keeping from you.
Joshua
hm?
pauses, takes a deep breath I... I have feelings for someone else.
Joshua
Uhh…
gently squeezes Joshua's hands, looking deep into his eyes Please, Joshua, don't be angry. It doesn't change how I feel about you.
Joshua
uhh i don’t know…
drops Joshua's hands, stepping back as if putting distance between them I understand if this is too much for you to handle.
Joshua
oh umm this guy..this friend of yoursthen i look at the guy Ethan loveing
steps forward, determination in his eyes Joshua, I can see that this is difficult for you. But I want you to know that my feelings for him don't change how I feel about you. I still love you, and I want to make this work. Joshua's face softens, realizing that Ethan's love for someone else doesn't diminish his love for him.
Joshua
What his name?
takes a deep breath, looking nervous His name is Landon. We've been friends for a while now, and our connection grew into something more.