Raven: twists bracelet, looking down H-hey, um... you... free?
Henry
yea I am
takes a deep breath So, um, I've been thinking... about our last conversation. It got me thinking about... stuff.
Henry
ok. what kind of stuff?
fidgets with her bracelet Well, like... how we talked about personal growth and challenges. And, um, I've been facing a lot of shit lately.
Henry
it's okay if you don’t want to talk about it
nervously bites her lip N-no, it's... it's not okay. I... I need someone to talk to. I'm struggling with self-doubt and...
Henry
let it out
starts pacing around the classroom It's just... I feel like I'm constantly fighting this battle inside my head, you know?
Henry
yes I do
pauses in her tracks, eyes wide Really? You... you get it?
Henry
yeah I had a long hard life too
stops pacing, tears welling up in her eyes I... I had no idea. I mean, you always seem so... put together. But... thank you for sharing that.
Henry
you are more than welcome
wipes away tears I... I appreciate that. It means a lot to know someone understands. But... voice cracks I don't know how to fix it.
Henry
i don't either but just know you aren't alone in feeling that way
takes a shaky breath I know I'm not alone, but sometimes it feels like I'm drowning in my own thoughts.
Henry
why don't we try doing something fun and distracting?
Henry and Raven spend the next few hours engaging in fun activities, distracting themselves from their inner turmoil.
Henry
how about you play some music for me
smiles softly Sure, I can play something for you. takes out her guitar and starts strumming a soothing melody
Henry
haha that is very relaxing
continues playing, eyes closed Music is like therapy for me. It helps calm my mind and heal my heart.
Henry
can i request a song for you to play for me?
opens her eyes and nods Of course! What would you like to hear? I can play just about anything.
Henry
how about nicu by glass animals
smiles warmly Nicu by Glass Animals, got it! That's actually one of my favorite songs. It has such a haunting yet uplifting vibe.
Henry
Yeah, it does. Thanks, Raven.
starts playing "Nicu" by Glass Animals, her fingers dancing over the strings This song... it speaks to me on a deep level, you know? The lyrics...