DM's To Guts

Chapter 3: FaceTime

As I was getting out of bed to turn off the lights in my room, his name popped up on my screen indicating he wants to FaceTime. I gave it a few seconds and answered with a very soft, "hello there." I was beyond nervous.

There he was, sitting down at his desk working on homework while deep in thought. He happened to be wearing the same clothes that showed off his exquisite self earlier. He simply waved and then chuckled as he was finishing the problem.

"Sorry for not responding right away, I was too focused on calculus." Personally, school was always my priority so when I heard that, my attraction towards him grew even more despite his already melodic captivating voice. I had so many questions planned out in my head previously but I can't seem to find the proper words in asking them now.

He caught me off guard as he said, "so tell me about yourself, I know I already asked you through text, but I would prefer to put a voice behind all of your interests and you as a person."

I began to lay it down on him. "Well, I have 2 more months until I finish High School and start at Almont University in the fall. I plan on going into secondary education, I currently am a part of a teacher cadet program at my High School to gain experience and be involved with the students. I am an only child who enjoys swimming, reading, and traveling. I go back to Germany almost every summer to see my family. I'm not quite sure where you were going with the question but that's what I briefly remember texting you the other night." 

He seemed fascinated as I expressed myself. I wanted to know anything and everything about him. He talked about his family and his goals for the upcoming year relating to school. There was a small silence after a while and I had one question on my mind, but wasn't sure if it was appropriate to ask so soon. He noticed I had something on the tip of my tongue but showed uncertainty on my face. So he asked what I was thinking about. 

"You don't have to answer me right this second, however I am interested in finding out the meaning behind each tattoo someday." Shockingly, he lightened up and said he would love to share the significance in each. He first started off by showing me what they were. I couldn't quite understand why someone found it satisfying to have an image or phrase inked forever on your body. What was the real purpose behind it? I guess I will never truly understand it until I face it myself and have the chance to relate. Despite my doubtful thinking, something about this day made me change my perspective on them. The point in getting a tattoo is unique as the tattoos themselves. 

"I have this date to represent the passing of my uncle. We were incredibly close and it is a constant reminder of how he changed my life for the better. I will have to tell you more about my past once we get the chance to meet in person. This one serves as freedom. It is another constant reminder that you cannot be owned, and that you can be whoever you want, and can go wherever your mind takes you at your own will." 

"Wow. I never put so much consideration in them and I really do appreciate you opening up to me and sharing such valuable information from your life." He gently smiled back and said, "my pleasure." 

After almost two hours of FaceTiming, we both agreed to call it a night. I went to bed thinking about him that night. I fantasized about meeting him in person. Was it normal to have these involuntary thoughts so soon? Everything I am doing right now is new and possibly absurd, but pleasing at the same time. I want it to go further and I hope he does too. 

Authors Note: Hello readers! This is my first time sitting down and writing something that actually holds value to me. I hope you all enjoy it so far! I plan on updating more frequently now (2-3 days) as I have a better feel for the story. I'd love to know your thoughts on it and see where each and everyone of you is from! Thank you, T.