The school day finally ended, and Jay was relieved to see Erin safe and sound. He had been on edge all day, watching for any sign of trouble. But the bullies seemed to have left them alone, at least for now.
As they walked out of the school gates, Erin looked hesitant. He usually walked home alone, but today, he felt vulnerable. He knew the bullies could be lurking anywhere.
"Hey, you okay?" Jay asked, noticing Erin's hesitation. "Do you want me to walk you home?"
Erin looked up at him, his eyes filled with gratitude. "I... I don't want to bother you," he said.
"It's not a bother," Jay said, taking Erin's hand. "I want to walk you home. It's not safe for you to walk alone right now."
Erin nodded, feeling a surge of warmth and comfort. He was so grateful to have Jay by his side.
As they walked, Jay kept a watchful eye on their surroundings. He made sure to stay close to Erin, shielding him from any potential danger. He felt a sense of responsibility for Erin's safety, and he was determined to keep him safe.
They reached Erin's house, and Jay felt a pang of sadness as he realized that their time together was coming to an end. He wanted to stay with Erin, to protect him, but he knew he couldn't.
"I'll see you tomorrow," Jay said, his voice soft and gentle.
Erin nodded, his eyes filled with sadness. "Yeah, see you tomorrow," he said.
"I'll walk you to the door," Jay said, taking Erin's hand again.
They walked up to the porch, and Jay stood there for a moment, looking at Erin. He wanted to say something, to express his feelings, but he couldn't find the words.
"Thanks for walking me home," Erin said, his voice soft and shy.
"No problem," Jay said, forcing a smile. "I'll see you tomorrow."
He turned and walked away, his heart heavy with a mix of sadness and hope. He was sad to see Erin go, but he was also hopeful that their relationship would continue to grow stronger.
- Scene: Outside school gates.
- Characters: Jay, Erin.
(Jay and Erin walk out of school.)
Jay: Hey, you okay? Do you want me to walk you home?
Erin: I... I don't want to bother you.
Jay: It's not a bother. I want to walk you home. It's not safe for you to walk alone right now.
(They walk home together.)
Erin: Thanks for walking me home.
Jay: No problem. I'll see you tomorrow.
(Jay walks away.)