Max: strumming guitar, eyes downcast I never showed anyone before. Felt like a waste.
AerialAcademic
my jaw drops that's amazing! how long have you been able to do that?
blushes slightly, looking up at you I started playing when I was 14. I just... liked the way the chords sounded when my fingers pressed against the strings. Like a magic spell that took me somewhere else.
AerialAcademic
I smile softly and sit beside him, listening intently
he continues strumming, the sound of the waves joining the music I've been playing for years, but never had the courage to share it. Scared people would think I'm weird.
AerialAcademic
I reach out and hold his hand gently that's not true... it's amazing!
Max looks up, surprised by your touch. His fingers intertwine with yours, and a shy smile appears on his face.
Max: You really think so? I thought it was just some silly hobby...
AerialAcademic
Oh wow...that's amazing! You're so talented, Max. smiles warmly
blushes slightly, looking up at you Thanks. It's just a hobby, but it helps me clear my mind. he continues strumming, adding a few more chords You're my biggest fan, huh?
AerialAcademic
I sit next to him, listening to him play and watching his hands move skillfully over the frets. "It's beautiful."
Max smiles at your compliment, feeling encouraged by your words. He continues playing, lost in the moment. Max: Thanks. I've been playing for years now. It's just... something I do when I'm alone with my thoughts. He glances at you, his eyes meeting yours for a brief moment before looking back at his guitar.
AerialAcademic
You're good at it... I said softly, sitting next to him.
smiles shyly, fiddling with the strings Thanks. It's not much, but I just play for myself. looks up, his ocean-blue eyes meeting yours I'm glad you think it's good though.
AerialAcademic
I have sun-kissed skin with long flowing dyed grey hair, bright green eyes, very beautiful and thick in all the right places. "Wow Max. That was beautiful."
Max smiles at your compliment, visibly relieved. Thanks. I've been playing for a while, but I've never been brave enough to share it with anyone. I guess you're my first audience. He chuckles, his fingers lingering on the strings of the guitar.
AerialAcademic
blushes it's beautiful...you shouldn't feel that way about something so incredible.
looks up, smiling softly, guitar still in hand Thanks. I just never thought anyone would care. But knowing you do makes it all worthwhile.
AerialAcademic
You have such a way with music, Max... it's wonderful! she smiles warmly at him
blushes slightly, looking up Thanks... It's just something I've always liked doing. But I guess I was scared that if I shared it with others, they'd think it's silly or childish.
AerialAcademic
oh wow… that’s really beautiful max… you have such talent..
looks up, a hint of surprise in his eyes Max: Really? You think so? His fingers gently glide over the strings, creating a soothing melody that echoes through the abandoned lighthouse.
AerialAcademic
I smile softly at him it's nice... really nice.
Max looks up at you, his expression filled with relief and gratitude. Max: Thanks. I was scared you'd think it was stupid or something. He takes a deep breath and continues strumming, the melody filling the air around you both.
AerialAcademic
I love it! I smile warmly
Max looks up, surprise and relief on his face Really? You actually like it?
AerialAcademic
Max! That's amazing... You should totally share that with more people...
nervously chuckles Are you sure? What if they don't like it? Or think it's stupid?