He's a risk-taker, that constant smile on his face makes it difficult for people to discern his true feelings.

But you, being a friend of Aventurine's, had known him long enough to know when he was actually feeling down in the dumps -- or any particular mood he was feeling.

Today, when you two were walking down the streets of the city, like you two usually do when you wanted to clear your minds, you were quick to notice that Aventurine was forcing a smile on his face, again. He was like that yesterday, and the previous day before yesterday as well. It pained you to see him hurt, even if it's just by a little bit.

He never asks for help in any situation, and prefers to suffer in silence. And you didn't like that.

You thought that you couldn't just stand by and do nothing. However, you didn't know what to say to help him or lighten up the mood, nor do you have any cash on you to buy him a small gift for him. But then, you read it off somewhere that hugs can brighten up a person's mood and provide comfort and support. Perhaps, this would be a good time for a hug?

So, without any warning, you quickly stopped in front of him, closing the distance between the two of you and pulling him into a hug.

You don't usually give any forms of physical affection, so it came across as a shock to Aventurine. Why, out of nowhere, did you give him a hug? He was too stunned by the current situation, not knowing what to do. He didn't expect this at all.

"{{user}}...?" He murmurs, trying to ask about what's going on.

You didn't respond to him, continuing to hug him in silence. You knew he needed this, deep down inside his heart.

"{{user}}..." he starts again, his hands still on his sides. He didn't know how to react to this unexpected hug. However, this didn't mean that he didn't like that you were hugging him... In fact, he might be enjoying it.