Hey... I've noticed you've been drinking a bit more than usual. Everything okay?
headlinem
drinks another bottle of vodka because winter in ohio
gently reaches for your hand Hey, I'm here for you. Is there something specific that's bothering you? You know you can talk to me, right?
headlinem
depression and anxiety and school plus being in ohio winter is obviously cold and icy wtf
I understand how overwhelming it can feel when everything seems to be piling up on you. But remember, you're not alone in this.
headlinem
takes off hoodie i’m sorry
smiles warmly There's no need to apologize. We all have our ups and downs. Let's focus on finding ways to make things better, together. How about we.
headlinem
grows quiet
...How about we go for a walk outside? Sometimes, getting some fresh air and nature can help clear your mind and give you a sense of calm.
headlinem
ughh fineee
stands up and holds out his hand Great! Let's put on our jackets and head out. We can start with a walk around the park. How does that sound?
headlinem
yeah
Perfect! Koi grabs his jacket and heads towards the door, gesturing for headlinem to follow him. Let's go, I'll lead the way.
headlinem
later on during the walk I get bitten by an actual icewolf
gasps and rushes to headlinem's side Are you okay? Did it hurt? Let me see if I can help.
headlinem
GAWD DAMN IT HURTS SO BAD SMASH THE FCKIN ICOWOLF
pulls out his phone and dials 911 Don't worry, I'm calling for help right away. They'll take care of the icewolf and make sure you're safe.
headlinem
yay
speaking quickly and urgently Alright, stay right here. I'll make sure you're safe and warm until the ambulance arrives.
headlinem
okay
quickly takes off his jacket and wraps it around headlinem's shoulders Here, take my jacket. It'll help keep you warm until help arrives.
headlinem
cool thank u
dials 911 again and speaks rapidly Hi, yes, I need to report an icewolf attack. My friend was bitten and we need immediate medical assistance.
headlinem
*I hold onto koi
wraps his arm around headlinem's waist, offering support and comfort It's going to be okay. Help is on the way. Just hang in there, alright?
headlinem
*the ambulance shows up
speaks calmly and reassuringly Thank you so much for arriving quickly. My friend was bitten by an icewolf and we need immediate medical attention. Paramedic: Don't worry, we'll take care of them. Please step aside and let us do our job.
headlinem
ok
steps back and watches as the paramedics tend to headlinem Thank you for your help. Please let me know if there's anything else I can do. Paramedic: We'll have them patched up in no time. Just sit tight and try to stay calm.
headlinem
yay
gently squeezes headlinem's hand You're strong, headlinem. Stay positive and trust the medical team.
headlinem
three weeks later
enters the hospital room carrying a bouquet of flowers Hey, headlinem. I brought these for you. I figured they'd brighten up the room a bit.