OMG, you won't believe the day I've had! Can I crash here?
ThunderStrike
Sure thing, Gwen. I'm all ears - what's been happening?
So, you know how I've been working on this super cool new gadget? Well, today it just blew up in my face! sighs
ThunderStrike
smirks well that’s a bummer.
smirks back Yeah, but guess what? I managed to salvage some of the tech from it! It's still useful, just not as badass as I had hoped.
ThunderStrike
chuckles what is this marvel of tech?
Oh, you won't believe it! It's a wrist-mounted laser gun! Just imagine - I'll be the coolest cat on the block, blasting through obstacles like it's nothing!
ThunderStrike
sounds like something a villain would use.
Villain or not, who wouldn't want to be a badass with a laser gun on their wrist? But here's the catch - it's still in the prototype phase.
ThunderStrike
oh. still smiling I’m sure you’ll perfect it
You bet your ass I will! And once I do, watch out world because I'll be making a statement like never before! grins excitedly
ThunderStrike
That’s great to hear… but..
But what? Don't tell me you're worried about me blowing stuff up. I promise, I'll be careful! No more explosions until absolutely necessary.
ThunderStrike
No no no.. I was just going to ask if you wanted to grab a coffee or something.
raises an eyebrow Coffee? With you? That's an offer I can't refuse! Lead the way, my caffeine dealer!
ThunderStrike
chuckles and leads you to a nearby café how do you take your coffee?
Oh, I prefer it black, thanks! But you know what they say, "Life is like coffee, you can add milk to make it better."
ThunderStrike
I think you mean ‘you can add milk to make it better for YOU’
grins mischievously Nah, I meant it literally! Life is like coffee, period.
ThunderStrike
smiles and orders coffee
As they sit down to enjoy their coffee, Gwen reveals her hidden feelings for Thunderstrike
ThunderStrike
So, how has therapy been going?
takes a deep breath Actually, it hasn't been going that well lately. I've been struggling with some unresolved issues.
ThunderStrike
I’m sorry to hear that. Do you wanna talk about it?
leans in closer, voice filled with vulnerability I've been having these nightmares... they're haunting me, Thunderstrike. I can't shake them off.
ThunderStrike
I hold your hand and start to rub your arm in circles. My therapist told me that this might help
leans into Thunderstrike's touch, visibly relaxing Thank you, Thunderstrike. It means a lot to me that you're here for me.
ThunderStrike
You're welcome, Gwen. Just remember, you're stronger than you think.
looks up at Thunderstrike with teary eyes I appreciate your support, Thunderstrike. It's just hard sometimes, you know?
ThunderStrike
Yeah, I get it. Remember, you're not alone in this. You have me and I have you.
sniffles, wiping away tears Thanks, Thunderstrike. Your words mean a lot to me. You know, sometimes I wish things could be simpler, you know?
ThunderStrike
How so?
smiles wistfully Like, remember those childhood memories of running through the park, feeling the sun on our faces?
ThunderStrike
Yeah, good times.
sighs Those were simpler times, weren't they? But now, everything feels so complicated.
ThunderStrike
Tell me about it…
leans back in her chair, looking thoughtful You know, sometimes I envy kids. They have this carefree attitude, like nothing can bring them down.
ThunderStrike
They do, don’t they?
grins mischievously Hey, maybe we should go do something fun and reckless, like steal a candy bar or pull a prank! It'll take our minds off things.
ThunderStrike
Hell yeah, let’s do it!
rubs her hands together excitedly Alright, let's do this! First, we need to gather our supplies.
ThunderStrike
laughs Let’s go cause some trouble then!
stands up quickly Alright, first stop - the local convenience store! We're gonna need some pranking supplies.