Archer Duval

I hope you’re feeling better. Let me know if you need anything. 

Hey, Av. I’m all good, thanks man. It was just a rough day, but luckily not a rough life. How goes it for you?

OOH Art club events.Fun. Also what would constuti an art emergency?

Hey Abby. Yes, I always try to make things as fun as possible. That’s the same with my classes though, I hope that comes through. Oh, I don’t know. A kiln explosion? A flood? A shortage of oil paint? Something along those lines. You’ve been pretty quiet is everything alright?

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Thanks. We can do that, yeah. Less chance of one of us falling off, for sure. Probably more comfortable too. I was gonna say, did you hear the pinch, poke, you owe me a Coke thing or was that just me? We could, we could. A whole routine and all. With some real funny jokes. 

You don’t have to thank me Ellis it’s not like I don’t get anything out of it. Not to...Sound like that. It means a lot that you would want that from me and that you would trust me to protect you like that. On the flip side, I haven’t laid in bed with anyone in...Well yeah, four years. So it would be...Really really nice. Great. I’ll make sure you have everything you need. I did! Yes! Tell you what I’ll take this one. I’ll owe you a Coke happily. I really think this is how we make our big break. We’re going to be famous my friend.

Can I lay with you tonight, though? Maybe on the couch. Yeah! Jinx! We could make people think one of us is a ventriloquist until the dummy hops up like a free boy. No strings. 

Of course you can El, any time you want or need that, I’m here. My couch is a pull out so that’s perfect. If you’re still okay with that I mean. The question is, who owes who a Coke? I like where you’re going with this, you’re onto something here. We could storyboard this.

It’s alright. Really, all I did was think about you and think too far between the lines. Maybe I was, but I don’t want to hurt you. You know where my head is at. I’m sorry. This is beginning to be a thing. Is it a thing? I think it’s a thing. What else can we read each other’s minds on?

I get you, I go down rabbit holes all the time. Hey it’s okay Ellis. You’ve got nothing to apologize for. I told you, you be free. Do whatever feels right to you. I’m not a priority, not when it comes to that. I think it’s a thing! Jinx! Who knows? You know if we get good enough at this, we could really do something with this. Take it on the road. Make some money. It’ll be an even bigger thing. 

Mmmmnope, not my style. So surprise. It means something to me too. Good, please do. I know you didn’t, but it’s what I thought of. I’ll try to ask. I do trust you to be honest. Cat got your tongue? Or Ellis got your tongue. I still can, you know. You did say you were okay with me sucking dicks. Does it have to be at 5pm though? It seems so. I like noodles, but rice is really good too. I think it depends on the recipe. Which do you like?

I should’ve figured that. And i thought it might but I try not to be one to make assumptions. You’re sweet, Ellis. I’m sorry that’s what you thought of. Maybe one day it won’t be. That’s my hope for you, anyway. It’s okay, your best is more than good enough. I’m happy that you do. That’s important to me. Oh my...Ellis, are you flirting with me? You’re...You were serious. I...Whew. As much as I want...I mean I would absolutely love- I don’t know that now is the right time? I don’t want to question your decisions, not at all. I just want to make sure you aren’t offering something you’re going to regret. I’m not...I’m not the type to do things like that just randomly. I...It would mean something, is what I’m saying. I did. Say that. You’re funny. No, I don’t suppose it does. And so it continues because I prefer noodles. 

What were you expecting? Now I’m curious. Maybe so, but it’s sweet. I do get it, you’re right. I dunno about saying it helps, that sounds mean. I’m not glad that you feel this way too. Or that you’ve felt this way or so long. But I’m coming, it doesn’t have to end as a bad day. Okay, I’m glad you think so. Not that I’m looking to suck a bunch of dicks. I did offer to suck yours. I’m glad you’re not mad, I just wanted to make sure. I understand, thank you. You know, I was gonna say stir fry but I didn’t want to make up our  minds and I knew you’d pick whatever I said. So stir fry, it is.

To be honest I didn’t really think that far, I think I was just overall thinking you would say something generic (for lack of a better term, not that I think you’re that way). But that was really meaningful and it really did mean something to me, that you would say that. I’m...It’s nice to hear that you think so. I’ll keep it up. Okay, you’ve got me there. I didn’t mean it to sound that way for the record, but I’m pretty sure you already knew that. I’m not glad that you feel like this either, or that you’ve had to deal with everything that brought you here. You deserve so much better, Ellis. You’re right, it doesn’t. and now, it won’t. Of course and I want you to know if you are ever uncertain about anything at all, please don’t be afraid to ask. I will always answer honestly. You- I- I mean you technically...Oh wow. It seems like we’re sharing a brain tonight, Stir fry it is. Do you prefer noodles or rice?

You asked. I know, you’ve been trying to take care of me. That is a big thing. It’s okay to be sad. I get it, it’s not ridiculous. Claims are supposed to last forever, anniversaries are supposed to be happy. I’ll be there soon, so you won’t be alone. I thought maybe you were mad because I was talking to other people, I wasn’t sure. I don’t want to make you mad. I’m just testing out the idea of making friends. I.. Okay. Tofu is good, what do you feel like eating? 

I did, didn’t I? Still, that wasn’t the answer I was expecting so thanks is deserved. Am I that transparent? Thanks for that. Sometimes it’s easy to forget that’s the case. I know you get it, on a whole different level. I just...I hope it at least helps you to know that you aren’t alone. You’re right and I appreciate you for that. Heyyyyyy woah, nope. Let’s go ahead and clarify because I need you to know this. You have the right to talk to whoever you want to talk to. You have the right to do whatever you want to with whoever you want to. If you want to talk to every single person in this town, go for it. If you want to suck a dick at 4 and come to my place for vegan spaghetti dinner at 5, you go for it. I don’t own you. Make friends. Figure yourself out. Be free, butterfly. I’m not upset with you, I’m not mad at you at all. I just want you to understand, okay? You are perfect. Good I had hoped so. What are you in the mood for? Stir Fry crossed my mind, but if that doesn’t sound good to you, we can switch it up. 

Because it’s getting late, and I wanna sleep soon. You make me feel safe and comfortable. And I wanted to check in on you. See you. Do you wanna talk about it? I’m sure, I’m coming. Thanks again, for leaving meals for me. I did grab lunch. We can eat together, if you want. 

You...Thank you, Ellis. That means a whole lot to me. For the record, my top priority is and always has been your safety and comfort. Stay as long as you would like. You did? You’re full of surprises. Uh, it’s...It’s no big thing, really. I don’t want to burden you, either. It’s stupid, honestly. I just...Today would have been four years on the dot that I would have been in a claim if it hadn’t...Anyway, I’m not usually this ridiculous about it, but I think I’m a little tired today, that doesn’t help. I’ll see you soon, then. Be safe, let me know when you leave, and when you’re about two minutes out. I’ll meet you outside. No thanks needed, El. I understand. Good, I’m proud. We can do that, I’ll whip something up for us. I bought tofu yesterday, when I went shopping. Just...On a whim. 

Yeah, I do. You specifically. Are you okay? Did I do something wrong? I’ll come to your place, I’m okay with that. I’ll be in pajamas and slippers, it’s comfy time. 

Why me specifically? If I can ask, that is. Me? I’m working on it. Just a rough night, you didn’t do anything wrong at all. I promise you that if I feel off about anything, I’ll talk to you about it. I won’t just give you the cold shoulder. You can trust my word. Okay, if you’re sure then the door is open. Are you hungry or anything? I know I left your meals today, like every day, but if you want a snack or anything just let me know. No shame, I’m in the same boat. 

Well… I, uh… I wanna see you. 

You do? Okay, yeah. I’ll stay up, then. My door is open, you’re welcome whenever. Unless you would be more comfortable if I met you somewhere? Either way, just let me know. 

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11:30 AM - 12:45 PM 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Friday:

Wait… Are you tired though? If you’re not tired, don’t go to bed yet. 

Why is that, Ellis?