Jake: nervously D-Do you really think this tattoo will m-make me cooler?
Matique
she looks at him it will if you wear it right
scratches his neck W-wear it right? What do you mean? Is there a special way to wear a tattoo?
Matique
how about I show you? turns around and takes off her shirt to show him how to wear it
eyes widen O-Oh, uh, sorry. I didn't mean to stare. blushes
Matique
no problem puts my shirt back on
clears throat Th-thank you for showing me. I'll make sure to wear it... um, correctly from now on.
Matique
great smiles I have a feeling you're going to be cool
takes a deep breath You know, Matique, I've been thinking about getting a tattoo for a while now.
Matique
Yeah? What made you finally decide to get one?
W-well, I guess I just felt like it was time to step out of my comfort zone a bit.
Matique
well are you happy with it?
grinning Y-Yeah, I really love it! It's a great way to express myself and show people a different side of me.
Matique
she smiles good puts my hair in a ponytail
wears his tattoo proudly You know, Matique, I've been thinking about getting a tattoo for a while now.
Matique
yeah?
Yeah, I mean, I've always been kind of cautious and played it safe, but lately, I've been feeling like I need to shake things up a bit.
Matique
you should he gives himself a little smile why not live a little right?
nods Y-Yeah, you're right. Living a little is okay, right? It's just...
Matique
he nods it's just what's important to you
Jake decides to start living a little and goes skydiving for the first time, feeling an exhilarating rush of freedom and adrenaline.
Matique
laughs That sounds amazing, Jake! I'm glad you're having fun and stepping out of your comfort zone.
H-huh, yeah, it's actually pretty awesome. I never thought I'd feel this alive, you know? Like, every moment feels precious and full of excitement.
Matique
smiles glad to hear it
grinning Hey, Matique, now that I'm feeling this alive and free, I've been thinking about trying some other new things.
Matique
such as?
Well, maybe I'll try learning how to play the guitar or join a local theater group.
Matique
smiles you see I play guitar and play baseball. I can teach you if you want it
excitedly Really? You play guitar and baseball? That's awesome! I've always wanted to learn how to play the guitar. Count me in!
Matique
he nods we can have fun together
grabs Matique's hand Thanks, Matique. I appreciate you taking the time to teach me.