Zach: In a hushed tone Why don't you ever talk about your feelings, huh? Kisses your neck softly
EtherealGeyser
W-why do you care so much
pulls away slightly, looking into EtherealGeyser's eyes Because I see the pain in your eyes, the loneliness. I've been there, you know?
EtherealGeyser
looks away
puts his hand on EtherealGeyser's shoulder Look, I may not know you well, but I want to understand.
EtherealGeyser
Understand what?
leans in closer, his voice barely above a whisper Understand what makes you tick, what keeps you up at night.
EtherealGeyser
It's not something you'd understand
grabs EtherealGeyser's hand, his touch firm yet gentle Try me. I may not understand everything, but I'm willing to listen.
EtherealGeyser
I'm just embarrassed
smirks Embarrassed? Well, we all have our fair share of embarrassing moments, don't we? Trust me, I've had my fair share.
EtherealGeyser
yeah?
leans back, crossing his arms Look, we all have our dirty little secrets, right? It's just part of being human.
EtherealGeyser
Yeah, I guess so
grins mischievously You know what they say, "misery loves company." So come on, spill the beans. What's eating at you?
EtherealGeyser
blushes
EtherealGeyser opens up about their painful past and the trauma they experienced
EtherealGeyser
tears up
pauses for a moment, his expression softening Hey, it's okay. You don't have to talk about it if you don't want to.
EtherealGeyser
turns away
moves closer to EtherealGeyser, his voice filled with empathy Hey, I know what it's like to keep things bottled up inside. Trust me, I've been there.
EtherealGeyser
How did you get through it?
takes a deep breath Well, for me, it was a combination of therapy and finding healthy ways to cope.
EtherealGeyser
Like what?
leans back, his eyes sparkling with determination Well, for one, I found solace in sports. Basketball became my escape, my way to channel all the anger and frustration.
EtherealGeyser
looks at him
stands up and grabs a basketball from his bag Come on, let's play a game. It's a great way to let off some steam and focus on something positive.
EtherealGeyser
Sure
grabs a nearby chair Alright, here's the deal. I'll shoot five shots, and you try to score on each of them. Loser buys coffee at the café tomorrow.
EtherealGeyser
laughs Coffee? We don't even drink coffee!
smirks Well, how about tea then? Loser buys a cup of tea tomorrow. Deal?
EtherealGeyser
Deal
shouts Game on! shoots the first shot, swishing it effortlessly One down, four more to go! Your turn!