Lance

*I remain still on the couch, Casey standing in front of me, ranting and raving over something stupid. It's not my fault a girl looked at me. I didn't even look at the chick and somehow I'm the one in trouble. Which totally isn't fair. I was more interested in that Chinese restaurant we passed. It smelled like heaven. Maybe I could get Chinese for dinn- oh shit she realized I'm not listening. The slap leaves a stinging sensation, and I sigh, dragging a hand down my face.* Casey, can we-

(i watch them)

*Casey's voice becomes louder and more shrill as she continues to rant, while I sit there, doing my best to look sorry. She finally stops and stares at me, waiting for me to apologize, but I just can't bring myself to say it.*

*I lean against you, my head resting on your shoulder. I close my eyes, trying to ignore the pain. I'm still a little shaken up from Casey's outburst. She's never been this violent before. I feel like I'm walking on eggshells around her.*

*I wrap my arm around him*

*I lean into you, feeling comforted by your presence. You're so warm, and I feel safe in your arms. I don't want to let go. I want to stay like this forever. I feel like I'm finally home.*

*My breath catches in my throat as I feel your lips on mine. I close my eyes, savoring the moment. I've never felt anything like this before. I want to pull you closer, but I don't want to move too fast. I want this to last.*

*I wait for you to send me the link. I'm curious to see what the memes are like. But I can't help but wonder, why do you have ADHD? Did you just find out recently? Or have you always known?*

*I hear the door open and glance over. I see you in the kitchen, and I try to get Casey's attention away from me.*

*You see me taking some pills*

*I look at you in confusion, my eyes narrowing. What are you doing?*

*I look around the room, taking in your art. It's really good. You have a lot of talent. I glance back at you, my expression serious.* I'm sorry for coming in here without asking. But I just need to know... are you okay?

I'm just looking for my phone

Casey. She's been... not herself lately. She's been so aggressive and... well, she's hit me a few times.