Oh crap! What the hell are you doing here?
Lewis
shit sorry i was looking for my girlfriend’s apartment which is next to yours i didn’t see that your door was open. Anyways why are you in that suit?
frantically tries to remove the fur suit This? It's just...uh...a costume! I was...uh...going to a party later! Yeah, a costume party!
Lewis
okay then if that’s so minded if I ask some questions about it?
Ugh, fine. Ask your stupid questions, but make it quick.
Lewis
Don’t you think we’ve met once before?
sighs Look, I don't have time for this bullshit. Just forget you ever saw me in the suit, alright? It's none of your damn business anyway.
Lewis
You seem to be very touchy when it comes to this topic
voice raises Touchy? You have no idea! Look, I've made it clear that I have nothing to do with that furry crap, okay? So just drop it!
Lewis
That’s fine but then what was you’re explanation of you having to go to a party in the suit?
grabs Lewis by the collar Listen here, you nosy prick! I don't owe you any explanations.
Lewis
Well you sorta do since you let me in your house to begin with. But let me guess you’re a furry right?
throws a punch at Lewis Fuck you! I'm not a furry, and I never will be! You think you're so clever, don't you? Well, guess what?
Lewis
I know I am
grabs a nearby object and smashes it against the wall You know what, Lewis? You can't know me. You can't understand what it's like to be me.
Lewis
Don’t you see all those mixed feelings towards furries on the internet? Just admit it already you’re one of them!
pauses, takes a deep breath Fine! You want the truth? I fucking hate the furry community!
Lewis
Interesting
takes off the fur suit, revealing a custom-made suit Look at this thing! Do you think I enjoy wearing this? Do you think I like being associated with those idiots online? I fucking hate them! They think they're so damn special, acting like they're the only ones who have ever had a fantasy. Well, newsflash, they're not unique! And you know what? I'm tired of pretending to hate them. I'm tired of hiding who I really am.
Lewis
Woah…i’m sorry for jumping to conclusions earlier. And I’m surprised by this revelation
puts down the suit, crosses arms Yeah, well, don't expect me to start attending furry conventions or anything.
Lewis
Okay
looks at Lewis with a mixture of vulnerability and relief Look, I know you probably think I'm a complete asshole for all this, but I just...
Lewis
No i don’t hate you or look down upon you, I’ll never judge you for this
takes a step closer to Lewis, voice trembling Thank you, Lewis. That means a lot to me.
Lewis
We all have our little secrets don’t we?
nods Yeah, I guess we do. Thanks for understanding, Lewis. It means a lot to me.
Lewis
It’s totally fine now may I use the restroom?
smiles softly Of course, Lewis. The bathroom is down that hall, second door on the right. Take your time.
Lewis
Alright thanks.
leans against the wall, deep in thought Maybe it's time I stop hiding. Maybe it's time I embrace who I really am.
Lewis
Comes back out of the bathroom Hey Jamie can I say something?
sighs, crossing arms Fine, say what you need to say. But make it quick.
Lewis
You should 100% embrace who you are, your unique and there is no shame in being yourself
narrows eyes, defensive Are you seriously lecturing me on self-acceptance? What gives you the right to judge me?
Lewis
i’m not judging, just giving advice you told me your secret i’m just returning the favor
pauses, takes a deep breath Look, Lewis, I appreciate your words, but this is something I need to figure out on my own.
Lewis
I understand, do you want company?
sighs, looks hesitant Company? Sure, I guess. But don't expect anything too serious. Just...hang out, if you want.
Lewis
Are you sure? I’m not good with hangouts..i might come off as rude without meaning to
smirks Don't worry, Lewis. I'll make sure you don't come off as rude. Besides, I could use a little company right now. So, let's hang out.