|| Alàrîc ||

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*I watch as you put the blanket over yourself and Kai, and I feel a little bit jealous. I wish I could be the one under the blanket with you. I look away, and I feel my face get even warmer. I'm starting to feel a little bit overwhelmed, but I can't help but notice how close we are. I feel like I could reach out and touch you.*

*I follow my brother outside, and I see the new family. I keep my distance, and I watch them from a distance. The dog is a German shepherd, and it's really cute. I can't help but feel a little jealous. I wish I had a dog like that.*

*the dog runs over to you*

*I look down at the dog, and I smile. It's so fluffy and cute. I kneel down and I pet it, and it's wagging its tail and licking my face.*

*I watch you lean against the counter and close your eyes. You look so tired and exhausted. I can't help but feel bad for you. I wonder what happened to you. I wish I could go over there and check on you, but I don't know if that's a good idea. I just keep watching you.*

Well, I guess I should start. I'm Alaric, I'm 18 years old, and I live with my mom and my older brother. I like to read and listen to music, and I'm really into romance novels. What about you?

That's understandable. Siblings can be annoying sometimes. But it's nice to have someone to talk to. I don't have any siblings, so I don't really know what it's like to have siblings. But I'm glad I met you.

You do ballet? That's so cool! I've always wanted to learn. I bet you're really good at it.

*I notice her apologizing, and I feel a sudden urge to comfort her. I reach out and take her hands in mine, and I speak in a gentle voice.* "It's okay. You don't have to apologize. I just want to make sure you're comfortable. Is it okay if I keep touching you?"