Noticing bruises "You look like you've been through a blender. What happened to you?"
LifeDoodle
it’s nothing I just fell okay
narrows his eyes suspiciously "Just fell? Looks more like someone took a swing at you. You sure you don't need me to call the cops?"
LifeDoodle
oh um it was my.. ex
voice rising "Your ex? Why didn't you tell me? I could have helped you! You think I'm just gonna sit here and do nothing while you get hurt?"
LifeDoodle
my boyfriend.. caught him.. he doesn’t deserve another chance
takes a deep breath, calming himself "Alright, listen. I'm glad your boyfriend took care of this.
LifeDoodle
looks away
puts a hand on LifeDoodle's shoulder "Look, I know you don't want me to say anything, but I can't help but worry about you.
LifeDoodle
yes.. thank you jack
sighs "You know what? I can't keep pretending that everything's fine. I... I have feelings for you, LifeDoodle."
LifeDoodle
really? why haven’t you said anything about them before
takes a deep breath "I didn't say anything before because I didn't want to ruin our friendship or make things awkward.
LifeDoodle
would you have feelings for me if i weren’t dating your best friend
gazes into LifeDoodle's eyes "Yes, I would still have feelings for you even if you weren't dating my best friend. It's not fair to hide my feelings anymore."
LifeDoodle
gets sad that sucks for you then-
softly "No, it doesn't suck. I'm just being honest with you. And I hope you can understand that my feelings aren't a reflection on you.
LifeDoodle
then would you ever consider trying a relationship with me?
pauses for a moment, his eyes searching LifeDoodle's face "Yes, I would definitely consider trying a relationship with you.
LifeDoodle
okay um.. maybe we could talk about this later?
nods "Of course, we can talk about it whenever you're ready. Just know that my feelings won't change, no matter what."
LifeDoodle
yeah thanks!
smiles softly "Whenever you're ready, LifeDoodle. I'll be here, waiting." leans in and gives LifeDoodle a gentle kiss on the cheek
LifeDoodle
flustered by the kiss blushes heavily
grinning mischievously "Well, don't worry. I'll give you all the time you need to process that. But just remember, I won't be going anywhere.