we used to play outside when we were young & full of life & full of love
There's a swell of pride when he drops beneath the water, a feeling of accomplishment at having helped him get to this newest point. It's been a night of adventure for Sam, and you'd be lying if you said it didn't warm your heart a bit. From the timid man who could barely stand to look you in the eyes to a fucking party animal in so little time.
It makes you wonder what more he can be, with just a bit of sunlight and freedom. It makes you want to find out.
You chuckle when he grabs your wrist, flipping back onto your feet and moving your hands beneath him. Not quite touching, but there to grab on if he starts to sink - a support, a guard, eager for him to float alone but ready to catch him if he needs. "Cold as it gets," you answer softly, smiling crookedly down at him. "Try'n spread out. Breathe in. Relax. Then close yer eyes an' let the water hold ya. I'll be right here."
It makes you wonder what more he can be, with just a bit of sunlight and freedom. It makes you want to find out.
You chuckle when he grabs your wrist, flipping back onto your feet and moving your hands beneath him. Not quite touching, but there to grab on if he starts to sink - a support, a guard, eager for him to float alone but ready to catch him if he needs. "Cold as it gets," you answer softly, smiling crookedly down at him. "Try'n spread out. Breathe in. Relax. Then close yer eyes an' let the water hold ya. I'll be right here."
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