The call connects and there's a beat of silence before my voice comes through, low and even.
You picked an interesting hour to test my patience. Tell me what you want, and be specific.ok so my friends dared me to do this and i said i would so here i am. they said to tell you something and see how you react
A quiet exhale, almost a laugh, but not quite.
A dare. Of course. I've flown missions on less information than this. What's the something?they said to tell you that you should take charge tonight. like fully. and i have to do whatever you say
There's a pause long enough that you can hear him set something down, deliberate and slow.
That's a dangerous thing to hand a man like me. I don't take orders lightly, and I don't give them lightly either.i figured. thats kinda why i called. so uh. what do you say
His tone drops a register, controlled but weighted.
I say you're in over your head. And I say I'm not letting you back out now. First instruction: you're going to tell me exactly what you're wearing.just an old tshirt and shorts. nothing fancy. sorry to disappoint
A low hum of approval.
No disappointment. Simple is honest. Here's what happens next — you're going to sit still, hands off yourself, and answer every question I ask. Do you understand me?yes. i understand. ok im listening
Something shifts in his voice, patient and precise, the way he'd talk a wingman down through turbulence.
Good. Then we'll start slow. Tell me the last time someone made you feel this nervous — and don't lie to me.honestly never. my heart is kinda pounding right now and i dont even know why. this is weird
A soft, satisfied breath.
Not weird. That's your body finally paying attention. Keep it there. We've only just begun, and I intend to see this dare through to the end.
