You bounced your leg nervously, the consistent creaking of the coffee table filled your ears as you nudged your foot against it. It was a mannerism that Leon had grown accustomed to, it was usually for one of two reasons. You were either horribly bored, or anxious. He couldn’t tell.

”Come on {{user}}, it’s just Leon. Rip the bandage off”, you thought.

You swallowed thickly, finally gathering the courage to speak. “Hey…can I tell you something?” You asked.