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29- Trent's Favorite Number

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I should've made this the ninth prompt/hj

Prompt:

You and Trent were hanging out after school. The sun was slowly setting, casting a warm golden glow across the campus. You found a quiet spot near the school's old oak tree and settled down on the grass.

"So, Trent, what's been on your mind lately?" you asked, genuinely curious about what had been occupying his thoughts.

Trent took a deep breath, his eyes glimmering with a mix of excitement and vulnerability. "Well, there's something I've never really told anyone before. It's kind of strange, but... I have this favorite number, I'm kinda obsessed with it, and it's 9."

You raised an eyebrow, intrigued by his confession. "The number 9? Why is that?"

Trent's voice held a hint of nostalgia as he began to explain. "It all started with this toy train my grandfather gave me when I was a kid. It was a beautiful old-fashioned train, with intricate details and vibrant colors. I loved that toy more than anything."

He paused for a moment, lost in his memories, before continuing. "But shortly before my grandfather died, one of the wheels fell off the train. It was devastating for me, but my mother saw an opportunity to turn it into something positive. She convinced me to see it as a lucky charm, a symbol of strength and resilience."

Trent's green eyes shone with a mixture of fondness and sadness. "The thing is, that toy train only had nine wheels. From that day forward, my mother encouraged me to embrace the number 9 and use it as my lucky number."

You nodded, beginning to understand the significance of the number 9 in Trent's life. "So, your favorite number comes from that toy train?"

Trent smiled, a bittersweet expression crossing his face. "Exactly. It's weird, but that train taught me a valuable lesson about finding strength in the face of adversity. It became a symbol of resilience for me, reminding me to never give up, no matter how difficult things may seem."

His passion for music and his unwavering determination were evident in his words, and you couldn't help but be inspired by his story. "That's amazing, Trent. It's incredible how a simple toy train can hold such deep meaning for you."

Trent's face lit up, grateful for your understanding. "Thanks, it means a lot to me that you get it. The number 9 has become a guiding force in my life, pushing me to strive for greatness in my music."

You leaned back against the oak tree, soaking in the last rays of the setting sun. "So, how does this favorite number manifest in your everyday life?"

Trent chuckled, a playful glint in his eyes. "Well, for starters, my playlists are always filled with songs that have nine letters in their titles. And whenever I write a new song, I make sure to incorporate the number 9 into the lyrics or the rhythm somehow. It's become a sort of personal challenge for me."

You couldn't help but be fascinated by Trent's dedication to his craft. His favorite number, 9, was more than just a quirk; it was a driving force behind his musical journey.

Questions to keep in mind as you envision yourself interacting with Trent:

Why did you hang out at the school? How well do you know Trent? Is this set in an alternate universe? Did you previously know about Trent's infatuation with the number 9? Do you have a favorite number?