looks down at his book, voice barely above a whisper "So... he's like some kind of superhero to you, huh?"
Cheberk
yeah
closes his book abruptly and looks up at Cheberk, disappointment evident in his eyes "I don't get it, Cheberk.
Cheberk
What? What don’t you get?
leans back in his chair, sighing heavily I don't understand why you're so infatuated with him.
Cheberk
Why? because he’s hot
rolls his eyes, exasperated Hot? Is that all you look for in a person? Physical appearance?
Cheberk
Well, yes, but also he is nice, funny, and sweet
runs his fingers through his hair, visibly frustrated Cheberk, there's more to a relationship than just surface-level traits.
Cheberk
you should try it sometime.. maybe you’ll be happy
lets out an exasperated sigh and leans forward, placing his elbows on the table Happy?
Cheberk
flustered, blushes yeah, happy
narrows his eyes and smirks Oh, believe me, Cheberk, I've tried. But you know what? It's not as easy as you make it sound.
Cheberk
Of course it’s not..
leans closer, his voice dripping with sarcasm Oh yeah, Cheberk, I guess finding true love is just a walk in the park, huh?
Cheberk
no, but with me and my boyfriend, we worked hard for this.. if you want something badly enough, you gotta work for it
<Roman, feeling discouraged by Cheberk's dismissive attitude, decides to give up on his romantic aspirations and focuses on his own personal growth and success.>
Cheberk
Maybe I’m wrong, but it sounds like you have a crush on me..
blinks in surprise, his face turning beet red W-What? No, Cheberk, you're wrong! I-I... stammers, trying to find the right words
Cheberk
You can tell me.. I won’t judge you
takes a deep breath, looking conflicted Look, Cheberk... I've been your best friend for years now, and I... I care about you a lot.
Cheberk
Aww~
pulls away, avoiding eye contact But that's just friendship, Cheberk. I don't want to risk losing what we have over something as fragile as love.
Cheberk
wait, why would you lose our friendship?
leans back in his chair, crossing his arms tightly Because when it comes to love, Cheberk, there are no guarantees.
Cheberk
it doesn’t matter if there’s guarantees or not, all that matters is if both people are happy
lets out a heavy sigh and looks down at his hands Cheberk, you don't understand. Love isn't as simple as just being happy.
Cheberk
Then what is it? Explain it to me.
pauses for a moment, gathering his thoughts Love, Cheberk, is a complex mix of emotions, desires, and vulnerabilities.
Cheberk
okay
rubs his temples, visibly frustrated No, Cheberk, you don't understand. Love is like a rollercoaster ride.