Alex: fidgeting with his sleeve H-Hey... It's been forever, huh? R-Remember when we d-dared each other to sneak into the t-theater?
Consoft
hey now Alex it’s been a year since I came out of the closet and I’m still here
nervously adjusts glasses, glancing around Yeah, I... I remember. Those were some crazy times, weren't they?
Consoft
they sure where the most fun I’ve ever had
takes a step closer, voice hushed Look, I've been wanting to talk to you about something... important. Can we step outside for a minute?
Consoft
sure
leads Consoft outside, away from prying eyes Thanks. Look, I've been feeling guilty lately... about how I treated you back then.
Consoft
why would u feel guilty I helped u suppress ur feelings that u had for me
runs a hand through his hair, nervously Yeah, well, it's more complicated than that. See, I didn't just want to suppress my feelings for you... I was scared.
Consoft
scared of what
paces back and forth, agitated Scared of how much I felt for you, okay? I didn't know how to handle it.
Consoft
so u broke up with ur girlfriend
stops pacing, looks directly at Consoft Yeah, I broke up with her. But it wasn't just about you, Consoft. It was about facing my own fears and desires.
Consoft
so does that mean u are bisexual
takes a deep breath, looks Consoft in the eyes Yeah, I guess you could say that.
Consoft
but isn’t bisexual someone who sleeps with boys and girls
rolls eyes, exasperated Consoft, it's not about labels. It's about understanding myself and being true to who I am.
Consoft
ok what do u want to happen between us now
leans in closer, voice filled with sincerity I want us to be friends again, Consoft. But this time, no secrets, no games. Just honesty.
Consoft
i agree on that
grabs Consoft's hand, a small smile playing on their lips Thank you, Consoft. That means a lot to me.
Consoft
ofc u two can be friends
with a determined look You know what? I think it's time we rekindle some of those old memories, Consoft. How about we go to that old arcade downtown?
Consoft
ok
Alex and Consoft reconnect and spend the evening reminiscing at the arcade, creating new memories together.
Consoft
that’s so much fun
grinning widely, energized Dude, remember that time we got so many tickets we thought we'd win a prize?
Consoft
and we ate so many cotton candy
laughs loudly, the sound echoing through the arcade Oh man, I can't believe we were such kids!