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alex: take me somewhere else? like where? as long as if it's somewhere quiet then maybe i'll go :)

alex: oh i don't want to be a bother, you can go alone! it's fine, really...

alex: oh, his name is sol... short for solis, which is latin for sun! he's a french bulldog :)

liam: i haven't thought far, but i'll keep it a surprise ;)

liam: it'll be quiet though...somewhat

liam: i wouldn't be inviting you if i thought you were going to be a bother, alex. i enjoy your company

liam: i like that, it's unique

alex: well... i'll really think about it, i promise. i just don't like small public places

alex: i prefer being inside... but i can join you on that hike... unless you're already going with someone else

alex: that's good, at least! but you can complain, i used to complain to my family when i was studying... and my dog

liam: well, at least let me take you somewhere else then? maybe next weekend

liam: i was going to go alone, it helps me to clear my head. but you're more than welcomed to join me

alex: i'll think about it. maybe one day when you have less people i can stop by, okay? :)

alex: i will, i'm going home right after class and just staying there ahah

alex: pretty good... i think. it's different but it's good. what about you?

liam: alex...i think this is one thing i might not be able to take no as an answer for

liam: whaaat no it's such a nice day. i was actually thinking about going out for a hike, wanna join?

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“i think it really depends… if you only focus on the bad things, then you can’t really see all the good things there are… and there’s a lot.” alex quietly said, as he pursed his lips and looked at liam, nodding his head slowly. letting out a soft chuckle, alex shrugged his shoulders, as in a way of agreeing with what liam said about super bowl being an american holiday. “it is… sort of crazy.” he said quietly again, as he watched liam. he would usually let do all of the talking whenever they were together - and at first, alex thought that liam would find that annoying. after all, there had been people who had thought about that about alex, but most of the times he didn’t even know what to say, so he didn’t say much. but it was easier to talk with liam, that was for sure - even if it wasn’t a lot, alex managed to have a conversation with him. when he felt liam’s hand on his shoulder, alex felt himself turning even more red, but he looked away so the other couldn’t see it. he hoped - it would be embarrassing. and alex thought he was over this, but reuniting with liam just sparked everything he felt about him again. “it has… you should… come over more often.” alex forced himself to say that, nodding his head slowly - and then the two started making their way outside.

as he walked outside, alex made sure to close off his jacket, in a way to protect him from the cold as he started making his way towards liam’s car. hopefully it would be warmer inside than it was outside. “that’s fine, you can choose the music.” he said with a nod, as he finally made his way inside of the car, looking at liam as he got in too, giving the other a smile once they were settled. “um, wherever you want. and no, i only have work during the afternoon, but it’s fine.” he said, before looking around the car for a couple of moments and then back at liam. “we can go get some food… i’m kind of hungry, if i’m honest.” alex suggested, as he put his seatbelt on and waited for liam to start driving. he didn’t know where this night was going to end up, but he knew that he would be fine if he was with liam. “or back to my place, really.” he said, looking down at his legs now as he let out a sigh.

“you make a very valid point. it’s very easy to get caught up in the bad and evil in the world because if you think about it, that’s all that’s really highlighted . in the news, on social media, the bad is more glorified than the good.” liam added on. who knew that the man could actually have an actual conversation that didn’t revolve around joking around, drugs, or girls? he shrugged his shoulders as he took another hit from the blunt in hand, breathing out another puff of grey smoke before going on. “i guess what i’m trying to say is that...i’ve seen and been around a lot of bad, but you’re not apart of that. you’re good...like, genuinely good. you’re kind, and forgiving, and shit. you see the good in people, and you even give people like me the benefit of the doubt.” he shrugged. “it’s a trait and type of mentality that not everyone has. it’s inspiring...admirable, even. it’s unfortunate that there aren’t more people like you..or joey. joey’s also really fucking positive, all the time.” his words were trailed off with a laugh as he shook his head, looking back over at the other male for a moment before looking away once more. this was nice, talking with him that is.

liam pulled out his phone as he placed the key into the ignition, turning on the car as he simultaneously scrolled through his spotify. he didn’t think too much about the music, simply picking a random playlist of his and allowing the music to play softly in the background. “i think there’s an all night diner somewhere around here. we can go looking for that, if you’re up for it…” his words trailed off before the other spoke, causing liam to look over and give alex a small smile. “we can go back to your place, but you also gotta eat, man.” his smile remained as he reached over for his seatbelt, pulling it over his torso and hearing the familiar click as it engaged. it wasn’t long before he put the car in drive and slowly took off. “so, you mentioned something about a clinic? are you working in a vet clinic now, or somethin’?”

alex: that's good to hear

alex: i would stop over by the bar to see you, but i don't really think it's my cup of tea :)

alex: i have classes and then i have the day off... so that's pretty good :)

alex: and that's pretty much for my day...

liam: lol no worries, but you should definitely stop by one night. the vibes are much different than those frat parties

liam: dude enjoy your day off then

alex: i'm just doing the nice thing! you know, it's what i do :)

alex: i'm glad i got a smile on your face though

alex: i hope too!

alex: do you have a busy day?

liam: well, it's very much appreciated

liam: you always seem to manage to do so

liam: not really! working at the bar for most of the day

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“i wouldn’t say i’m too good for this world… i was just doing the nice thing. it’s what i do.” alex simply said, nodding his head as he watched liam smoke. he knew that if he ever tried that, that he would end up choking and embarrassing himself, not only in front of liam, but also everyone who was at that party. he didn’t need that right now, especially since he was just enjoying the other’s company. at the question, alex smiled as he felt his cheeks warm up for no apparent reason, shaking his head slowly. “um, not really… football isn’t really my thing. i didn’t even know the superbowl was today until asher invited me.” he let out a small chuckle, as he looked over at liam - alex didn’t know what it was, but something had always brought him closer to liam and he didn’t want that friendship ever to end. alex had thought many times what would be like to be more than friends with liam, but he wouldn’t say this to anyone, especially not to the man sitting next to him. “do you like football? and i’ve just been busy, you know… with the clinic and my masters, it’s hard to have some free time. not that i mind, but i did miss… you.” he said, before clearing his throat, realizing what he had just said. at the question, alex didn’t even think twice and just nodded his head slowly. “oh, uh… sure, that sounds like a good idea. we can go.” he said, standing up from the couch and smiling at liam. the thought of spending alone time with liam made alex happy, but he could only show it by giving the other smiles. he wasn’t a man of many words. he looked around for a while, seeing as the place started to crowd and then looked at liam, waiting patiently for him.

“yeah, well, there’s more bad than good in this world. just don’t ever change, okay?” liam simply spoke, his jaded persona being tainted by his nonchalant tone. he had experienced more of the bad than the good that the world had to offer. but despite that, alex had been part of the good that he did experience. a chuckled left his lips. “it’s not really my thing either, but i’m convinced this shit is basically an american holiday. crazy, isn’t it?” he mindlessly spoke. it was easy to talk to alex; liam knew he was a man of very few words, and while that would’ve typically made things harder, liam found it comforting. there wasn’t pressure to make small talk, or to talk in general. he was the type of person liam could imagine himself just sitting there in pure silence, and still have as much of a good time as he would during a raging party...minus the alcohol and drugs. he looked at the brunette male once more, his lips now curling up into a warm smile. “i missed you too, man. it’s been too long!” he exclaimed excitedly, hand landing on the others shoulder and shaking him gently before pulling away. 

liam began counting his blessings as the other agreed to leave. having the shit weekend that he had, liam couldn’t bare to be in a house with screaming football fans for much longer. however, he still could use the company. leaving the beer bottle on the table next to the couch, liam stood up, smiling at the other before leading the way towards the door. his body exhaled what seemed to be a trapped breathe as he felt the cool night air hit his skin; it was amazing how just that alone made him feel all that much better. fishing out his car keys from the pockets of his jeans, he looked back at alex. “want the aux?” he asked, now approaching the car, unlocking it and climbing into the drivers seat. “so, where should we go? you don’t have class in the morning, do you?”

Brynn: You dont need to sweet talk me to get in my pants

Brynn: Cause I am not wearing any

Brynn: You think so?

Liam: good ;)