paper cut - minizerk au

[2.3] Friend.

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J-
Wednesday
09:00
I woke up on Tobi's couch feeling somewhat better.

I was still in disbelief that Simon thought that what he was doing was fine and didn't need to be addressed. But, arguing or pressing for an answer would not help.

Sitting up, I rubbed my eyes and let out a quiet yawn.

"Morning bro," I turned to see Tobi setting down a cup of coffee beside me.

"Morning," I responded, forcing my lips to curve into a slight smile.

I took the cup into my palms and began to sip the hot liquid, instantly feeling a tad warmer and content.

"How you feeling?" Tobi asked, sitting on the edge of the couch— cautious not to bump my frame.

"Better, I guess," I hummed out with a nonchalant shrug, my fingers lazily wiping over my stubble before I took in more of the caffeine.

"You're gonna' speak to him, yeah?" Tobi asked. "I'd hate for something to happen to you both, you know?"

"I know, Tobi. I'll speak to him, of course," I assured. Bless him, he was always so concerned. Tobi was a friend for life, that's for certain.

"Good," he smiled, before reaching into the pocket of his hoodie, soon pulling out a folded up piece of paper. "Think this was from him, it was slid under the door around an hour ago." He passed it over.

I set the cup down, fully sitting up so that my feet were on the ground. I took it from him, "Thanks, Tobi."

He nodded, leaving me to read whatever was on here alone.

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I am sorry Josh
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I love you Josh
I love you a lot Josh
—Sorry Simon x
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I exhaled slowly, folding the piece of paper before slipping it into the pocket of my jeans which I'd worn the previous day.

I wanted to forgive him just like that, and forget it. But, I deserved an explanation first.

I stood up and took to the bathroom, beginning to freshen up before college. Part of me excited to see Simon, part of me unwilling.
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11:15
I had a free study period, though not much studying took place.

On my way there, I managed to catch Simon and Tobi in my sights. Tobi noticed me first and sent me a firm nod from the across the hall. I returned the gesture.

Simon then noticed me, his lips seemed to instinctively break out into a grin. But, then he seemed to remember. His smile faded.

I felt awful.

I headed over, honestly missing him more than I thought I would. It felt like things were left on bad terms. I couldn't just stay like that.

As I approached, Tobi turned his head back and forth from Simon and I, looking very conflicted and slightly concerned.