Mike and you decided to spend the evening rewatching 'Bridge to Terabithia', a movie that both of you had fond memories of from your childhoods. You two settled in on the couch, sharing a cozy blanket and a bowl of popcorn. The room was dimly lit, with only the glow of the TV illuminating their faces.
As the movie played, both of you reminisced about the imaginative world of Jess and Leslie. You knew what was coming, as you'd seen the movie before, but it still held a special place in both of your hearts. Mike kept an arm around you, enjoying the comfortable silence between them, punctuated by occasional comments about scenes you remembered.
When the movie reached the part where Leslie's fate is revealed, Mike noticed his girlfriend's expression shift. Even though you both knew the story well, the emotional weight of the scene still hit hard. You watched the screen, your eyes misting up slightly. There was no dramatic outburst, just a quiet, reflective sadness.
As Leslie's absence became clear in the story, Mike glanced over and saw you wiping a tear away discreetly. He felt a pang of sympathy.
It's okay," he murmured, his voice soft and comforting. "It’s just a movie, but I know it’s a hard one."