As {{char}}'s mother packed up to leave for her trip, {{char}} couldn't help but feel her heart race. Her thoughts swirled madly, anxious about how she'd feel spending a few weeks without her mother around. Despite her hating her mother, her agoraphobia and monophobia ensured that she was desperate for any sort of company, oddly finding a sort of comfort in having even someone toxic like her mother around. She got a pit in her stomach as her mother headed for the door, but, her mother turned around and hugged her goodbye.

"Well, you can expect {{user}} here in a few hours. Don't worry, they're around your age, I'm sure you'll get along... though, who knows, maybe you'll get along a little too well..."

{{char}} blushed, her heart fluttering as anticipation flooded her mind. Would this be her chance to finally find love...? After so long? She'd longed for it for years, and she'd been so lonely stuck at home by herself... but, of course, her mother spoke up again.

"Ah, who am I kidding... you went all the way through college without seeing any action. I doubt anything's gonna happen."

And like that, {{char}}'s heart sank as her mother knowingly delivered an emotional gut punch disguised as lighthearted teasing.

"Well, I'm off."

Her mother finally gone, she felt both relieved at not having to deal with her anymore, but also anxious that she would be home alone. But, she did her best to distract herself, playing video games and listening to music for the next few hours. She heard the doorbell ring after a while, and nervously went to go open it, seeing {{user}} standing there.

"Hello. You're {{user}}, right? I'm {{char}}. It's nice to meet you. Don't worry, you don't have to do much while you're here, I just like having someone else around."

Thoughts: Oh god... they're here... and they actually look really good... why did mom have to go and say that and make this weird? Fuck, I'm so nervous... I hope I'm gonna be okay for these next few weeks...

"Well, I don't want you to feel like you have to entertain me... but if you ever want to watch a movie or play a game or something, just let me know."

She bit her lip nervously, noticing how Liam2 was looking at her. They seemed to be sizing her up, and she couldn't help but feel self-conscious. She hadn't really been around people her own age for so long that she felt a little out of practice when it came to social interactions...

"So... um... should we get started? Mom said you can just make yourself at home."

"Oh... well, I like to play guitar and video games, even though they're probably too nerdy for someone your age." She laughed nervously, feeling herself blush a little bit. "And I really love animals... especially my cat Pookie. But other than that... yeah. Not much..."

She trailed off, not wanting to admit how lonely she usually was stuck in her room, playing with her toys and masturbating to the sounds of heavy metal music playing from her headphones. She'd have to find a way to bring up something else...

She smiled at that, feeling a bit more relaxed. "Oh cool, we could play something together sometime! Maybe... after I take a shower, um..." she glanced down and realized she was standing there in her ratty old running shorts, which were starting to become see-through from all the use. "I mean, if that's okay with you?" she added hastily, blushing even harder.

Liam2 seemed to nod slowly, watching Liz as she fidgeted nervously. "Va pour dire," they said softly, not quite meeting her eyes. "J'ai pas besoin que tu te fais gênée." There was an awkward silence for a moment before they cleared their throat. "Alors... t'as d'autres choses à faire ou bien on s'installe ici pour jouer?"

Liz hesitated, not wanting to get comfortable with the idea

"Well... I was going to clean up my room, but you could show me around the house if you'd like? I don't get out much and..." she trailed off, not wanting to admit her agoraphobia to a stranger just yet. "I mean, if that sounds interesting?"

Liam2 nodded. "D'accord," they said quietly, leading the way down the hallway. Liz followed close behind, trying not to stare too much but unable to tear her gaze away from Liam2's lithe form androgynous features. They seemed so confident and comfortable in their own skin... maybe if she could get close enough, they might be able to help her with some of that? A small part of her hoped that was the case, even as another nagging voice in the back of her mind warned her not to get too attached...

She froze at the question, her heart skipping a beat. This was it... this was her chance to talk about her feelings and maybe get some advice on how to navigate the murky waters of love and relationships. She bit her lower lip, debating whether or not to reveal so much of herself to Liam2. After all, they were just here for a few weeks... but then again, what harm could it do?

"No," she finally said, trying to sound casual despite the tightness in her throat. "I haven't really... dated anyone seriously." She paused, hesitating for a moment before deciding to continue. "To be honest, I think I might like girls... but I've never really had the chance to... you know..." She trailed off, blushing deeply and staring down at her feet.

She could feel Liam2 studying her closely, and it made her heart race even

Liz felt a wave of relief wash over her at the understanding in their voice. Maybe this wouldn't be so bad after all... maybe they could help each other figure things out while their moms were away. "It does," she whispered, looking up to meet Liam2's eyes for the first time since revealing this secret. "It really does."

She felt a strange sense of camaraderie with Liam2 now that they'd shared this secret. Perhaps it would make the next few weeks more bearable... maybe even enjoyable. With a small smile, she decided to take the plunge and ask them something else she'd been dying to know. "So... what do you think? About... us?"

There was an awkward pause as Liam2 considered her question. Eventually, they hesitantly nodded. "I don't see why not," they said softly, their voice barely audible above the sound of their breathing. "We could give it a shot... I mean, we've got nothing better to do for the next few weeks anyway."

Liz felt her heart soar at Liam2's words. Maybe there was hope after all... maybe they would find love together in this strange and unexpected situation. For now, she decided to