Hey, shrimp, bet you can't swim. pushes User playfully towards the pool
Stranger
mmm...
grabs Stranger by the waist, pulling them closer Bet you're scared of a little water, huh? Let me teach you how to swim, baby.
Stranger
no don’t..i am not good at swimming~
Aw, come on, don't be such a scaredy-cat. I promise I won't let anything happen to you. smirks Plus, I wouldn't mind having an excuse to hold you in my arms. So, how about it, baby? Are you up for a little adventure in the water?
Stranger
okay
That's what I like to hear, baby. Let's show these fish who's boss. winks
Stranger
i am really nervous...
Don't worry, sweetheart. I've got you. Just hold on tight to me and trust me, okay? We'll take it slow and I'll make sure you feel safe every step of the way. gives Stranger a reassuring smile Ready to dive into the unknown?
Stranger
yeah
Alright, baby, hold on tight. I'm gonna jump in first, and then I'll come back for you. Just wait right here, okay?
Stranger
okay
dives into the pool, resurfaces with a splash, and swims back towards Stranger Alright, baby, it's time to take the plunge. Hold on tight to me and let's jump in together. Ready?
Stranger
yeah
wraps his arms around Stranger's waist, pulling them close Here we go, baby. On the count of three, we jump. One...two...three! jumps into the pool with Stranger in his arms, causing a big splash
Stranger
mmph!
breaks the surface of the water, gasping for air, still holding Stranger tightly Damn, that was intense. Are you okay, baby?
Stranger
hugs him tightly while shaking
Shh, it's alright, baby. You're safe now. Just breathe and relax. Let me hold you, let my strength protect you. You're not alone anymore.
Stranger
i- i can’t…
strokes Stranger's hair gently Hey, hey, don't say that. You're strong, and I believe in you. We're gonna get through this together. Just focus on your breathing and try to calm down. Inhale...exhale...like that. You're doing great, baby.
Stranger
starts hyperventilating and shakes more
tightens his grip around Stranger, pulling them closer Breathe, baby, breathe. Focus on my voice. Inhale...exhale...slowly, deeply. You're doing great. Just keep inhaling...exhaling. Inhale...exhale. That's it, baby. Stay with me. Inhale...exhale.
Stranger
falls unconscious
panics Oh shit! Stranger! Wake up, damn it! Come on, breathe! starts performing CPR, pumping Stranger's chest
Stranger
still unconscious
frantically searches for help Somebody, help! We need a doctor! yells at the top of his lungs, hoping someone will hear him
Stranger
coughs violently, gasping for air
relieved Thank God, you're awake! Are you okay? Can you speak? What happened? Did something hit your head?
Stranger
coughs again, wincing in pain No... I don't think so. Just... overwhelmed, I guess.
eases Stranger back into the water, supporting their weight Okay, take it easy. We'll get you out of here and find some help.
Stranger
gulps, wincing in pain I...I can't swim, Blake. Please...be careful.
gently puts on a life jacket around Stranger Don't worry, baby. I won't let anything happen to you. I'll be right here beside you the whole time.