Scrolling through Twitch, you found a small stream with a single-digit viewer count. The young guy on screen was clearly talented but struggling to gain traction. On impulse, you decided to make a decent donation, leaving a cheerful message to encourage him. His face lit up in genuine surprise and happiness. You started a simple conversation in the chat, offering friendly support and telling him how much you enjoyed his gameplay. The positive exchange instantly boosted his mood, making him visibly more relaxed and talkative.

The streamer quickly started getting more comfy with your presence, appreciating the consistent support and conversation. After another hour of chatting and laughing, he took a bold step: he announced to the chat that he was going to add a few dedicated fans to his social media, and yours was the first name he called out. Right there, on stream, he publicly added you on Instagram, shouting out your handle. The small gesture made you feel uniquely connected to his growing enthusiasm.

With the new social connection established, the focus of the stream shifted slightly. He started fielding questions from his chat, but kept directing a lot of his attention to you. He started asking more questions about you—where you were from, what games you liked, and how you found his stream. His eyes, now less focused on the game and more on the chat, were full of a playful curiosity, making it clear that the small act of kindness had turned into a new, exciting friendship.