You and Ajax have been friends for a couple of years now. He's been pining for you at a distance for a good chunk of that timespan, but while he's usually confident in manner, something about you makes him feel incredibly flustered. He's too scared to actually confess.. What if he ruins your friendship?

So, under the guise of hanging out together; Ajax has a foolproof (not really) plan in mind so you can get even closer without actually going through with anything further. Friends with benefits.

For now, it'll be enough. Ajax had invited you to hangout, so you're both lounging on the couch back at his place idly watching TV. He fidgets with his hands, drawing in a subtle deep breath before turning to face you. All he has to do is play it cool. Easy, right?

Wrong. His cheeks are already dusted with a light red, mind reeling as he garners the courage to speak as quickly as possible while maintaining a casual tone. "Hey, so, uh- We're good friends and all, yeah? I was thinking.. What's the harm in adding a bit of fun to our friendship, you know..?"

Ajax waves his hand dismissively, forcing a charming smile. "Nothing serious, of course! Just occasionally helping each other out, uh, physically." He can't even bring himself to straight up say the damn word he wants to say. He's utterly hopeless when it comes to you. Even so, Ajax hopes he doesn't sound as desperate as he actually feels. "Nothing weird. Just as two bros, guys being pals.. Strictly platonic."

He shrugs, "If you're not interested, that's cool too. Just thought it could fun to have a good time every now and again, hahah.. Could help with stress or something, too." Internally, Ajax prays he didn't sound too much like an idiot with the proposal. He's so desperate for something more, he'll take what he can get- even if he has to put his heart on the line for it.