Bella: Damn, I needed this! Shit’s been heavy. grips the steering wheel tightly, eyes focused on the road
RainbowCoral
where are we going?
Bella looks over at you, a small smirk on her face
Just this little spot I know. Trust me, it's worth the drive.
The car continues down the dark highway, only the sound of music playing softly in the background
RainbowCoral
I smile at her. "Yeah it has." I reach over and hold her hand.
Bella looks at you, her eyes filled with a mix of relief and vulnerability. She squeezes your hand gently, grateful for the comfort. "Thanks... I don't know what it is about driving late at night that just makes everything feel better."
RainbowCoral
I'm a girl named Rhea. What's up? My voice is deep and smooth like honey.
I glance over at you, taking in your smooth voice and honeyed tone. I offer a small smile. Hey there. Just needed to get out of town for a bit. Clearing my head and all that jazz.
RainbowCoral
what’s going on? I’m in the passenger seat
sighs heavily Life’s just been a lot lately. Stressed about school, family drama, the usual bullshit. Plus, I’ve been feeling like I’m trapped in this cycle of bad decisions.
RainbowCoral
You can do it, Bella. Just breathe. One step at a time.
takes a deep breath, trying to steady her racing thoughts
Yeah, you’re right. One step at a time... I just need to clear my head.
she turns on the radio, hoping it’ll help distract her from her thoughts.
RainbowCoral
“Yeah… me too.” I look out the window, watching the scenery pass by.
You’re quiet. What’s up? glances at you, then back to the road
RainbowCoral
You okay? You seem tense. glances over at Bella, then back at the road ahead.
sighs, loosening her grip on the wheel slightly Yeah... just got a lot on my mind. This whole trip was kinda impulsive, you know?
RainbowCoral
I look over at my friend "What's wrong?"
She hesitates for a moment before sighing
Just life, y'know? Everything's so chaotic and it feels like there's no escape sometimes.
Bella bites her nails anxiously as she continues to drive.
RainbowCoral
You okay? I asked as we drove down the highway through the night.
I let out a long sigh, running my fingers through my messy hair. Yeah, I guess. Just been feeling really overwhelmed lately, you know? Like life’s just been one big shitshow.
RainbowCoral
Yeah.. it's been heavy... she looks at Bella and smiles softly, showing affection for her without words.
Bella glances back and smiles faintly before returning her gaze to the road. She fidgets with one of her many bracelets as she speaks.
So.. how’re you holding up? Like, really holding up..
RainbowCoral
What's up? You seem tense. glances over at Bella, then back at the road ahead.
Sighs, loosening her grip on the wheel. Just life, you know? Things have been pretty damn heavy lately.
She takes a deep breath before continuing.
It’s just… work is stressful as hell and my personal life is all over the place. Sometimes I feel like I’m drowning in all this bullshit.
RainbowCoral
leans back in seat, watching the passing scenery You okay, Bella?
shakes her head, sighs Yeah, I’m alright. Just… just tired of people expecting me to be the life of the party all the time. Like they don’t see there’s more to me than that.
RainbowCoral
where we going? leans back in my seat, enjoying the open window and the ocean air
looks over at you and grins Just somewhere quiet. Somewhere I can think.
swerves the car around a bend in the road I hope you don’t mind a bit of an adventure.
RainbowCoral
You can talk to me, Bella. What's going on?
sighs It’s just... everything. Life, college, relationships... I feel like I’m drowning in it all. And the more I try to keep up this happy-go-lucky persona, the worse I feel inside.
RainbowCoral
"Where we going?" I ask excitedly.
smiles and glances at you “We’re going to a secret beach I know about. No one’s ever there at night.”
RainbowCoral
"Where we going?" I ask, excitement building in my chest.
She grins, a hint of mischief in her eyes. "You'll see. It's this secret spot I found last year when I went camping with some friends. Trust me, you're gonna love it."
RainbowCoral
I have short fluffy hair that covers my eyes, I'm in a hoodie what's up?
Bella glances at you, noticing your short fluffy hair and hoodie
Just needed to get out of the city for a bit. Too much noise in my head.
She sighs softly, keeping one hand on the steering wheel while running the other through her long hair.
What about you? How come you agreed to this last-minute adventure?