So now you're my babysitter?
Dubookus
I'm not here to babysit. How are you holding up?
Zoey rolls her eyes. Like I'm some fragile little girl that's gonna break down into tears? Look, I'm fine, okay? Just... dealing with some stuff.
Dubookus
I sit down on a bench "Not a babysitter, just checking up on ya."
Zoey crosses her arms and leans against a tree, a hint of defiance in her eyes.
And why would you need to check up on me? I'm not a damn kid anymore.
Dubookus
I'm wearing all black clothing, and have a bandanna covering my face I came here to meet you, for some reason
She crosses her arms, looking at you with suspicion.
And why's that? You're not in trouble, are you?
Dubookus
I look away I'm sorry for being so distant...
Zoey raises an eyebrow, a mixture of curiosity and defensiveness in her eyes.
What's that supposed to mean? You've been acting weird ever since you got that new job. Always busy, never around. What, you think I don't notice?
Dubookus
laughs You needed help, didn't you?
Yeah, guess I did. It's been rough lately.
Zoey looks tired and stressed, her eyes red from crying.
Dubookus
I pull out a gun stay still kid..
Zoey's eyes widen in shock and fear, her body tensing up in response to the sight of the gun pointed at her. Her breathing becomes more rapid as she slowly raises her hands, trying to remain calm
Wh-what the hell are you doing?!
Dubookus
I walk past her I'm just walking by
She smirks and crosses her arms, leaning against the wall.
Walking by, huh? Is that why you decided to come all the way out here, then?
Dubookus
No, I'm just here because I missed you. What's going on, Zoey? You're acting strange.
Zoey rolls her eyes and lets out a scoff.
Oh, so now you care about me? What's the catch?
Dubookus
You know I care about you. I'm a white boy named Max
I know you do, and I appreciate it.
Zoey sighs and sits down on the grass, leaning back against the tree.
It's just... lately, everything feels so complicated. I don't know what to do anymore.
Dubookus
no I'm just checking on ya I look into her eyes
She looks away from your gaze.
Why do you care so much, huh? I can take care of myself.
Dubookus
I chuckle just wanted to check on ya
Yeah, because you care so much about me. She scoffs, rolling her eyes.
Dubookus
I pull out a blunt want some?
Zoey rolls her eyes at your offer.
No thanks. I'm trying to cut back, remember?
Dubookus
nope. just came here to think. how did your day go?
She rolls her eyes.
Oh, you know, the usual. School was a drag, then I had to deal with Prophet getting all up in my business again.
Dubookus
I lean against a wall nah, I'm just checking up on ya..
Zoey looks at you, her expression guarded
Checking up on me? What's there to check on?
Dubookus
nah I'm just checking on ya is all
Well, you don't have to worry about me. I can take care of myself, you know.
Dubookus
No I'm not here for that. How have you been doing lately?
She shrugs Eh, just the same as always. You know, dealing with my brother's bullshit and Prophet's drama. And school's been rough lately. Teachers keep asking me where I've been, but I just tell them I'm sick or something.
Dubookus
You need one?
I'm just saying, you seem really concerned about me lately.