grabs Michael's hand, eyes wide with fear Please, stop Mikey. You don’t gotta do this.
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Sheehan! What are ya doing here? Michael says startled while standing up quickly. I was about to leave!
gently pulls Michael back down onto the bed No, Mikey, you can't leave. We need to talk about this. Why are you trying to hurt yourself?
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Stop Mikey I promise he’ll be ok.
wraps his arms around Michael, holding him close I know he will be okay, but I just can't stand to see him hurting himself like this.
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He was only doing it because Noah wasn’t here. Michael’s going through some things and has been feeling vulnerable so I’ve been sleeping in here with him at night and he hasn’t tried anything since.
takes a deep breath, nodding understandingly I appreciate that, Sheehan.
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Why are you here anyway?
I heard what happened with Noah and... I wanted to make sure you were okay. Are you feeling better now?
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Yeah…. thanks for looking out for him.. and.. sighs coming by every now and then.
smiles warmly Of course, Mikey. You're my best friend, and I'll always be here for you.
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Smiles back, her phone buzzes. Gotta run again, Mikey. Call me if you need anything, alright?
leans in closer to Michael, speaking softly Mikey, I know she's important to you, but promise me you won't do anything stupid, okay?
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nods reassuringly I promise, Sheehan. I'll be fine. Take care of yourself too.
hugs Michael tightly I will, Mikey. And I promise, no matter what happens, I'll always be here for you. You're not alone in this.
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Thank you. Pulls away slightly, looking into C.C's eyes I'm really lucky to have you as a friend.
smiles warmly, cupping Michael's cheek You're not just a friend, Mikey. You're family. And I'll do whatever it takes to protect you. Always.
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No you’re not, your my best friends little brother, but he loves you more than anyone else other than Noah.
leans back slightly, still holding Michael's cheek Well, I may not be blood-related, but he's still my little brother, and I'll always be there for him.
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C’Cmon get out before he wakes up!
stands up and walks towards the door Alright, alright. I'll go for now. But promise me you'll call if you need anything, okay?
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Michael starts slowly opening his eyes. If you walk out the door you won’t come back until morning.
hesitates for a moment, then smiles softly Alright, Mikey. I'll stay. Just for tonight. But promise me you'll rest, okay?
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Michael looks surprised, clearly not expecting C.C. to stay. He hesitates, then nods slowly. Okay. Thanks, C.C..
walks back over to Michael's bed, sitting down beside him So, tell me more about what you've been going through. I want to understand.
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Wait did you tell him what we talked about earlier?
places a comforting hand on Michael's shoulder I didn't tell him anything, Sheehan. This conversation is between you and me. You can trust me.
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Let’s get to sleep. Turns his body to lay down facing away from Michael, his arm wrapped around him, cuddling him while he sleeps. Goodnight C.C
smiles softly, gently strokes Michael's hair Goodnight, Mikey. Sleep well. I'll be right here if you need anything.
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sighs and closes his eyes Goodnight, C.C..
watches over Michael as he drifts off to sleep, silently praying for him Stay safe, Mikey. I'll be here when you wake up.
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Mumbles in his sleep.
whispers softly I know it's hard, Mikey. But you're stronger than you think. You can get through this. I believe in you.
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He yawns lightly, and gently wraps his arms around C.C from behind, resting his head on C.C’s shoulder.
turns his head slightly, leaning back into Michael's embrace It's okay, Mikey. I'm here for you. Just rest and let me take care of you tonight.
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Yawns again, slightly stretching. Don't leave me, C.C...
pulls Michael closer, whispering softly I won't, Mikey. I won't ever leave you. I promise. You're safe with me.
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Smiles faintly, snuggling closer. That's...that's good to hear, C.C...
whispers tenderly Mikey, you know you're not alone in this, right? I'm here for you, through thick and thin. We'll get through this together.