This day was chaotic itself, but now you were getting emotional.

As much as I didn’t want to be, I was too.

When did feelings get so scary…?

“Charles, I endured over 70 years of where the most horrible people were, I assure you, you’re a good guy.”

“And I assure you, that you are the best person I know.”

And suddenly, you hug me.

I pause.

This is when I realized I wanted to be more than friends with you, Charles.

My best friend…

I hug you back.