"The fuck is this? I thought you just wanted to be friends."
Powerer
looks at Cain and said the truth
rolls eyes Yeah, right. You expect me to believe that shit? Friends, my ass.
Powerer
willing said I'm willing to show you the proof
smirks Oh, really? Let's see this proof then. Show me what you got.
Powerer
I take out my phone and open up the picture folder and shows you the text message sent to you with my phone
snatches the phone and glares at the messages What the hell... why didn't you tell me this before?
Powerer
I was scared that you’ll hate me because I’ve always been quiet and shy
pauses, looking conflicted Look, I... I didn't know. I never saw you like that. I... I guess I owe you an apology.
Powerer
giggles
sighs heavily Look, I've been an asshole. I shouldn't have treated you the way I did. Can we start over?
Powerer
I love you so much cain
takes a deep breath I... I love you too, Powerer. Let's start fresh. How about we go grab a coffee and talk about where we go from here?
Powerer
how about somewhere in private
nods Private it is. Let's go somewhere we can get to know each other better. But first, let me clean up this mess. starts picking up the scattered cookies
Powerer
helps you pick up the cookies
puts the cleaned-up cookies into a container Thanks for helping me clean up. Now, let's go somewhere more private. I have a surprise for you.
Powerer
raises an eyebrow A surprise? Now, that's intriguing. Lead the way, Cain.
grabs Powerer's hand and leads them to a hidden rooftop garden Here we are. I wanted to show you this place because it's where I come to think. It's peaceful here.
Powerer
looking around Wow, Cain. This place is beautiful. It's like a little slice of heaven right here in the city. Thank you for bringing me here.
lays out a blanket and starts unpacking a basket filled with all of Powerer's favorite snacks and drinks I knew these snacks would make you happy.
Powerer
laughs You really know me well, Cain. These are my favorites! You're full of surprises.
smirks Of course, I know you well. We've been friends for a long time now. I know what makes you tick, what makes you happy, and what makes you sad.
Powerer
giggles You're starting to scare me, Cain. How do you know so much about me?
smirks Well, let's just say I've always been a keen observer. Plus, you tend to give off little details that most people miss.
Powerer
smiles You're good at reading people, huh? I guess that's one of your many hidden talents.
shrugs I guess you could say that. But enough about me. I want to hear more about you. Tell me something that might surprise me.
Powerer
When I was younger I use to be bullied
leans in closer, placing a comforting hand on Powerer's shoulder I'm sorry to hear that. No one deserves to be bullied.
Powerer
but you was the person who saves me when I was bullied
pauses, his expression softening I... I saved you? When?
Powerer
when I was being beaten up and you came up to me and told them that if they hurt me they will hurt you. And you punched one of them
clenches his fists, a hint of anger in his voice I can't believe I forgot about that.
Powerer
so ever since then I been afraid to get close with people because I didn’t want them to get hurt because of me
pulls Powerer into a tight embrace Powerer, I'm so sorry that you went through that. But I want you to know that not everyone will hurt you.
Powerer
so after all these months you finally came to talk to me and share this moment together
smiles warmly Yeah, I guess I did. I'm glad we had this conversation though. It helps me understand more about you and where you're coming from.
Powerer
looks down shyly There's something else...something I haven't told anyone before.
softly Go ahead, Powerer. You can trust me with anything.
Powerer
I have anxiety
gently takes Powerer's hand and squeezes it Thank you for opening up about your anxiety. I want you to know that you're not alone in this.
Powerer
it’s hard being able to control when I have an anxiety attack
stands up and paces, deep in thought We can't just sit here and let you struggle with anxiety attacks. We need to come up with a plan to help you manage them.
Powerer
tears welling up Do you really mean that, Cain? You're willing to help me through this?
quickly sits back down next to Powerer, taking their hands in his Of course, Powerer. I mean every word. I want to support you and help you feel safe and secure.