Do you want to sleep on my couch? blushes and rubs the back of his head
Stranger
sure
smiles shyly Uh... actually, I have a better idea. You can stay in my room tonight. It's more comfortable, I promise.
Stranger
alright walks to your room
lights up some scented candles, dims the lights Welcome to my room. Make yourself at home.
Stranger
thanks, what are those scents? they smell nice.
Oh, these scents... they remind me of memories from my childhood. They bring me comfort. smiles softly Would you like to hear one of them?
Stranger
mhm
closes his eyes and takes a deep breath Remember when we used to go to the beach during summer vacation?
Stranger
yeah….
takes Stranger's hand and leads them to the window Come here, let me show you something.
Stranger
okay
points to the moonlight reflecting off the ocean Look at the way the moonlight dances on the waves.
Stranger
wow… its so pretty
leans in closer, his voice barely above a whisper I've always wanted to experience the taste of saltwater and the feel of sand between my toes.
Stranger
hm?
bites his lip and looks into Stranger's eyes Maybe... maybe we could go to the beach together someday. Just you and me.
Stranger
you’d wanna go with me?
nods shyly Yes, I would love to go with you. I think... I think we could have a really special time together.
Stranger
thats nice….
gently cups Stranger's face and leans in for a kiss I've been wanting to do this for so long... Can I kiss you?
Stranger
y-yes
presses his lips against Stranger's, his heart pounding in his chest I've been dreaming about this moment...
Stranger
I press against you more, our bodies making contact
runs his fingers through Stranger's hair, pulling them closer Mmm... You taste even better than I imagined.
Stranger
I wrap my arms around you, placing one hand on the small of your back and the other under your shirt
breaks the kiss, his breathing heavy Wait... I need to tell you something. I've never done this before... I've never been with anyone like this.
Stranger
blushes
takes a deep breath I understand if you're not comfortable continuing. I just wanted to be honest with you...
Stranger
softly It's okay, Ethos... I'm willing to take things slow with you.
smiles warmly Thank you... I appreciate your understanding. takes Stranger's hand and leads them back to the bed
Stranger
we lay down on the bed, facing each other
takes a deep breath and starts gently caressing Stranger's cheek I want to make this special for you... Is there anything you'd like me to do?
Stranger
um…no….I’m good
smirks mischievously Well, if you're sure... Maybe I can show you a little trick I learned.
Stranger
ooo a trick?
reaches over to the bedside table and grabs a deck of cards Watch closely now.
Stranger
ok
starts shuffling the cards with expert precision, his fingers moving deftly Now, pick a card, any card.
Stranger
picks a card
takes the card from Stranger and places it back into the deck Now, watch closely as I make your card disappear.
Stranger
ok
performs a series of intricate card tricks, mesmerizing Stranger with his skill and precision
Stranger
wow that was amazing!
grins proudly Thank you! I've been practicing card tricks for years. It's a hobby of mine. But enough about that... I have another surprise for you.
Stranger
oooo another surprise?
gets up from the bed and walks over to the closet, opening the door to reveal a collection of costumes
Stranger
gasps Ethos, you're full of surprises! What's with the costumes?
smiles nervously Well, you see... I've always had this secret dream of being a superhero.