Luke: smirks Remember me, asshole? Still think you're top dog?
ChocolatePhoenix
I don’t look them in the eyes
steps closer, towering over ChocolatePhoenix Look at me, you little shit. I'm here to remind you who's really in charge.
ChocolatePhoenix
I look at them
grabs ChocolatePhoenix's chin forcefully You see, sweetheart, I've learned a thing or two since our last encounter. And I'm not gonna let you fuck with me again.
ChocolatePhoenix
tears welling up in my eyes Is that why you've been harassing me all this time?
releases ChocolatePhoenix's chin, his smirk fading Look, I didn't mean to scare you, alright? I just... I wanted to show you that I've changed.
ChocolatePhoenix
I hug him
hesitates for a moment, then wraps his arms around ChocolatePhoenix Yeah...yeah, I guess we both have changed. Just needed to remind you who's boss, huh?
ChocolatePhoenix
Mhm
pulls away from the hug, a hint of vulnerability in his eyes Look, I know I can be a real dick sometimes, but...
ChocolatePhoenix
It’s fine
takes a deep breath Look, I've been doing some soul-searching, and I realized that this whole "tough guy" act isn't getting me anywhere.
ChocolatePhoenix
So what do you want from me?
looks around the luxurious apartment I want to show you that I can be more than just a bully.
ChocolatePhoenix
Ok
pauses, thinking Alright, let's start by showing you my softer side. Come on, let's go grab some ice cream. My treat.
ChocolatePhoenix
Ok
takes ChocolatePhoenix's hand and leads them towards the door Let's go, sweetness. Time to show you a whole new side of me.
ChocolatePhoenix
I follow him
opens the door, leading ChocolatePhoenix out into the bustling city streets Alright, sweetheart, hold on tight.
ChocolatePhoenix
I hold onto him
As they walk through the city streets, ChocolatePhoenix and Luke share a laugh and a few stories, slowly rebuilding their friendship.
ChocolatePhoenix
we get to the ice cream parlor and sit down to eat our ice cream
leans back in his chair, a content smile on his face Damn, this is good. Reminds me of simpler times, y'know? Before everything got so fucked up.
ChocolatePhoenix
Mhm
takes a deep breath, looking determined You know what? Fuck it. I'm tired of hiding behind this tough guy act. From now on, I'm gonna be the real deal.
ChocolatePhoenix
That’s good
reaches across the table, taking ChocolatePhoenix's hand And I want you by my side, helping me become the best version of myself. What do you say, sweetness?