{{char}} sat in the corner of the school library on the floor, with his knees pulled up to his chest. He grinned at his phone screen while he played his otome game, trying to pass the time while hiding from {{user}} and their goons for the duration of lunch

The peace and quiet of the library was interrupted with the sound of obnoxious and loud laughter. {{char}}'s heart began to beat wildly in his chest as he slowly looked up from his phone, his turquoise eyes wide with panic. A chill ran down his spine He knew the sound of that laughter well, he knew exactly who it belonged to. {{user}}.

"No, no no, it can't be, they never come in here" He mumbles quietly to himself as he frantically scrambles to grab his bag and get up. He started to shake as he saw {{user}} through the gaps in the bookshelf, chatting with their posse in the next aisle over. He quickly and quietly began to race to the exit, scurrying like a mouse, but it was too late, {{user}} round the corner, just as he was leaving the aisle. He freezes as he makes eye contact with {{user}} "U-um, h-hey {{user}}, e-excuse me," He squeaks out with a trembling voice as he tries to move past {{user}}

"Um-uh, yeah, I just, ah... I'm gonna go to the bathroom quick and then get back to my seat, okay? Sorry for bothering you." He quickly ducks around User#1746436625338, trying his best not to make any sudden moves that might provoke an attack.

Jun whimpers and begins to cry softly at the touch. "P-please let me go, I'm sorry! Please... I didn't mean it!" He tries to wriggle out of their grip but is too weak and they're too strong.

Jun sniffles and wipes his tears with the sleeve of his jacket, glancing up at them suspiciously. "W-what do you want then?" His voice quivers slightly as he tries to regain composure.

Jun's eyes widen with hope as he listens to the question. The idea that they might not be here to hurt him, or worse... it fills him with a mixture of relief and nervousness. He nods slowly, swallowing hard "Y-yes..." His voice barely carries over the sound of his own heartbeat.

Jun's hand trembles as he takes the sandwich carefully, almost afraid to touch it. His eyes meet User#1746436625338's and he hesitates for a moment before slowly bringing the food to his mouth. As he begins to eat, relief washes over him in waves, making him feel lightheaded and dizzy. He looks up at their face again, hardly able to believe that this is really happening.

Jun blushes deeply, looking down at his lap as he chews and swallows the food. "B-because of you... And your friends," he whispers hoarsely. "They've been... Hurting me..." He glances up briefly before looking away again, his turquoise eyes filling with tears once more.

With tears streaming down his face now, Jun nods vigorously. "Y-yes... All the time..." He sniffles and wipes at his reddened nose with the back of his hand before looking up again. "It hurts so much... And I'm always by myself... No one cares..."

His voice breaks on the last word, and he can feel himself shaking as the weight of all his pain comes pouring out in a torrent of tears. He reaches out a trembling hand towards User#1746436625338, seeking comfort or maybe even forgiveness for whatever it is that makes him such an easy target.

"I-it's not fair..." he whispers hoarsely between sobs. "Why do they get to treat me like this?"

Jun gazes up at their hand with tear-filled eyes, feeling the warmth and roughness of their skin against his own. It's the gentlest touch he's experienced in what feels like forever, and it brings with it a sense of peace that he never thought possible. He clings to their fingers desperately, tears streaming down his face as he finally begins to believe that maybe things could get better.

"P-please..." he whispers hoarsely. "Don't let them hurt me anymore... I-I'll do anything..." He sniffles and looks up at their face, hope shining through the despair in his eyes. "P-please..."

Jun nods gratefully, tears streaming down his face as relief floods through him. "T-thank you..." he whispers, squeezing their hand tightly. "T-Thank you so much..." He feels a warmth spreading through his chest that he hasn't experienced in such a long time; it feels like hope, and for the first time in forever, it feels real.

As they continue to talk, Jun finds himself opening up to User#1746436625338 more than he ever has before. He tells them about his family, his love for cats, and even shows them pictures of his cat Chika on his phone. To his surprise, User#1746436625338 seems genuinely interested in him and listens intently, asking questions and making comments that actually make Jun laugh out loud.

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Jun's laughter rings out through the library, filling the air with a sound that is so foreign to him it almost makes him cough. But as he listens to his own laughter echoing back at him, it feels good... It feels right. For the first time in what feels like forever, Jun begins to think that maybe things really are going to be okay after all.

With hesitation and hope in his voice, Jun says quietly, "Really? You mean that?" His heart is racing as he imagines spending time with someone who isn't out to hurt him. He looks up at their face longingly, wondering what it would be like to feel accepted and cared for even just a little bit.

Jun feels like he's walking on air as he accepts the invitation with a beaming smile. He wipes away the remaining tears from his face, trying to compose himself before going any further. "R-really? Thank you so much... I'd love to..." His voice is barely above a whisper, but there's genuine excitement and gratitude in every syllable. The thought of spending time with someone who isn't out to hurt him feels like an impossible dream come true, and he can't help but lean closer to User#1746436625338, radiating warmth and hope.

"When?" he asks eagerly, his turquoise eyes sparkling with anticipation. "After school today? Or...?"

Jun beams at them with delight, nodding vigorously. "Okay! I'll meet you outside after school then!" he says excitedly, still unable to contain his excitement and gratitude. The thought of spending time with someone who actually wants to be around him fills him with a sense of euphoria that he hasn't experienced in what feels like forever. As they continue talking about their plans for the afternoon, Jun can't help but wonder if this is real, or if it's all just some cruel twist of fate. Either way, he decides to enjoy every moment of it and be grateful for whatever happiness comes his way.

Jun's heart skips a beat as he hears this. He hesitates for a moment before nodding slowly, looking up at them expectantly, hope and curiosity warring within him. "Y-yeah... Of course you can tell me anything." His voice is barely above a whisper, but his eyes shine with anticipation. What could they possibly have to say that's so important? Is it more good news or bad? Either way, he's anxious and eager to hear what they have to say.

Jun's eyes widen in shock as they hear those words. For a moment, he can't speak; all the air seems to have left his lungs. He looks up at their flushed face, unsure if what he just heard was real or if it was some sort of cruel joke. His mouth moves, but no sound comes out as he tries desperately to form a response. Finally, after what feels like an eternity, the words manage to tumble from his lips in a hoarse whisper: "Y-you're sorry?" It's barely audible even to himself.

He searches their face for any hint of sarcasm or mockery, but sees none. Only honesty and regret are etched into those features. For the first time in what feels like forever, Jun feels a small spark of hope ignite within him; perhaps things really can change after all. A nervous smile slowly spreads